Vermiculite sits loose in an attic, which means it takes very little – a stored box moved, a wire pulled through, an inspection walk – to disturb it. That is why we treat the entire attic as the containment zone during removal, not just the section closest to the access hatch.
Loose attic insulation is not a job for a shop vac and a dust mask. We bring the specialized vacuum equipment and full containment this specific material calls for.
Vermiculite insulation was a common attic product in Ottawa homes for decades before its asbestos risk was widely known.
We test the specific insulation before recommending removal, since not all vermiculite contains asbestos.
Because vermiculite is loose and easily disturbed, we contain the entire attic space during removal, not just a section.
We inspect the attic and test the insulation before recommending a removal plan.
The entire attic access point and work area is sealed off before removal begins.
Insulation is removed using specialized vacuum equipment to minimize fibre disturbance.
The space is cleared and inspected, with reinsulation available once clearance is confirmed.
The entire attic is sealed, not just one section.
Equipment built to limit fibre disturbance during removal.
Not all vermiculite contains asbestos – we test first.
A next step once clearance is confirmed.
Vermiculite removal runs higher per square foot than most other asbestos-containing materials because of the specialized full-attic containment required.
$15 – $25 per sq ft
Projects typically start around $7,500
Covers full attic containment, specialized removal equipment, and disposal
Actual pricing depends on attic size and access
No, not all of it does, which is why we test the specific insulation before recommending removal rather than assuming based on appearance alone.
Vermiculite is loose and easily disturbed, so it requires full-attic containment and specialized vacuum removal equipment, which adds cost compared to removing a fixed material like tile or a ceiling coating.
Yes, once removal is complete and the space is cleared, reinsulation is available as a separate next step.