INSULATION THAT PROTECTS YOUR HOME FROM PESTS
Part of our comprehensive pest control services available in Fort Myers, Florida.
Environmentally Responsible TAP Attic Insulation in Fort Myers
INNOVATIVE & ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE
Fort Myers TAP insulation provides two key benefits all at once: it serves as excellent attic insulation, outperforming traditional attic insulation in just about every category, and it also serves as a form of pest control for a wide range of insects. Turner’s professional technicians are fully trained and licensed to install TAP pest control insulation as part of our comprehensive pest control services.
TAP (thermal, acoustical, pest control) is an excellent pesticide insulation material. It’s eco-friendly—different from other pesticide-treated cellulose insulation—and is ideal for your attic. TAP pest control insulation is infused with a specialized form of borate within its paper fibers. When insects clean themselves, they ingest the borate, which eliminates them. The borate found in the Fort Myers TAP insulation is the same substance that pest professionals use to get rid of insects in baseboards, cabinets, and so forth.
Overview of Fort Myers TAP Insulation
TAP pest control insulation is formed from recycled paper in a loose-fill form, which means it’s a type of cellulose insulation—and it’s infused with pest protection. Using specialized machines, our expert technicians can install it in attics and walls of new construction, and it can also be blown over already-existing insulation. It comes with several benefits, including the following:
- Keeping homes warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer
- Reducing energy costs
- Controlling commonly found Florida pests: ants, booklice, centipedes, crickets, darkling beetles, earwigs, millipedes, roaches, silverfish, and sow bugs
- Protecting against mildew and mold
- Providing fire resistance
- Offering outstanding acoustical control
With TAP attic insulation in Fort Myers, you’ll benefit from a UL-classified product bearing the ENERGY STAR® Seal and permanent pest protection with a lifetime warranty.
Poor Attic Insulations: Pest Control Problems
When attic insulation is sub-par, numerous problems can exist, ranging from exposure to diseases from pests and animals getting inside to higher energy bills. Here’s more about what can happen when your attic insulation is damaged or otherwise compromised.
First, let’s say that rodents get into your attic or walls, seeking warmth and shelter. When humans are exposed to their fresh urine, droppings, saliva, or nesting materials, they can—according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)—become infected with diseases. Ones carried by free-ranging creatures include tuberculosis, histoplasmosis, and encephalitis with children and pets being especially susceptible to them. Animals can also carry fleas, ticks, lice, and mites.
As animal waste is moved around, airborne spores can be released. Then, people can breathe them in or get them in their eyes and ears through natural airflow. As another problem, their waste (and even their carcasses) will give off unpleasant odors. Microorganisms such as mildew, mold, bacteria, and more are attracted to the animal residue, and then the microorganisms themselves can breed and expand in amounts.
Damaged or disturbed insulation is less effective, contributing to increased energy bills. Plus, this makes it easier for moisture to cause further damage. Uneven insulation and/or leaky ductwork make your HVAC system work harder, which also costs you money (and makes you less comfortable in your home).
If you suspect any of these problems or want the protection that Fort Myers TAP insulation brings, contact us for a free attic inspection.
Removing and Restoring Attic Insulation
When attic insulation is less than optimal, it triggers the kinds of serious problems just described. One common type of insulation that has less than maximum effectiveness is the soft, fluffy fiberglass insulation that can enter soffits as air blows it about. If your home has this type of insulation material, the overall performance can be reduced.
To discover the status of your attic and its protection, please reach out to us at (239) 334-0880 for a professional evaluation. Our Fort Myers pest control services experts will inspect your home to see if insects and/or small animals are present, leaving behind waste that can create health hazards. We can also discuss installing TAP attic insulation in your Fort Myers home, either replacing what’s currently there or placing it over top.
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