Should you remove old insulation before adding new insulation?

• <div><p>You do not always need to remove old insulation before adding new. If the existing insulation is in good condition—not wet, physically damaged, moldy, or infested with pests—you can add new insulation directly on top of it for a compounding effect. You can also mix different types, such as adding blown-in insulation around existing fiberglass batts.</p><p>However, removal is recommended if the old insulation is compromised by water damage or pests. You should also remove it if you plan to install a different type of insulation, like switching from roll or batt insulation to spray foam. If the existing insulation is very old or damaged, you will likely get more benefit from removing it and starting fresh.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2022
I have had Naylor's do work for me in the past and always thought they were alright but this last experience with them was completely unreal. I got in touch with them on Tuesday to come out due to my furnace not working in my guest house. They said that they would have someone out here before...
NAYLOR HEATING & REFRIGERATION
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Reviewed in April 2021
Very professional and efficient flooring installation company . Joshua and his crew provided a great service.
JJ&B Construction Company
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Reviewed in July 2019
Needed a remote installed. I took the fan down and and after he attempted to install the remote he told me it was a diff wiring system and couldn?t do it. Charged me 225 for nothing!!!!! I thought he could have solved the wiring issue since he was an ELECTRICIAN
JMC Electric
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Reviewed in July 2018
Despite assurances from owner and son that their paint finish on cabinets would not come off even if kitchen used frequently and wiped down regularly, paint has peeled, worn thin, and chipped off even in areas that are not used. Owner repainted some of the cabinet doors first year, but did not...
Crow Wing Cabinets
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Reviewed in September 2017
Excellent! Ike was knowledgeable, helpful, and professional, and got things up and running. He identified several significant problems with the installation (done by a different heating guy, whom we will never recommend) which affected the efficiency of our system. Ike will return to modify the...
IKE'S HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in August 2015
Guy and his cousin were very reliable, through & did a quality job in our bathroom. Our bathroom was a challenge because when our house was originally built 10 years ago the tile wasn't installed properly and there was mold behind the wall. They had to go down to the studs. I was so...
701 HandyMan - Home Facebook
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Reviewed in April 2015
I would like to have a total package price. Unfortunately they only priced out the installation of their product and I would have to hire a plumber and an electrician for before and after work.
Groundworks
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Reviewed in September 2013
We have repeatedly, over 10 yrs. had upgrades to our lake home. They have installed laminate flooring, linoleum, carpet, bathroom tile, and I wouldn't consider anyone else for the job. The salesmen were knowledgeable, friendly and willing to drive to our location as many times as we had...
Bay Carpet & Tile
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Reviewed in June 2012
Derrick installed the 2 doors. He was careful to lay drop clothes for his working path through the house. Answered all my questions, professional, cleaned the work area when completed. Tim looked on all the siding. Excellent work ethic cleaned wok area every evening, made sure what he was doing...
New Windows For America
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You do not always need to remove old insulation before adding new. If the existing insulation is in good condition—not wet, physically damaged, moldy, or infested with pests—you can add new insulation directly on top of it for a compounding effect. You can also mix different types, such as adding blown-in insulation around existing fiberglass batts.

However, removal is recommended if the old insulation is compromised by water damage or pests. You should also remove it if you plan to install a different type of insulation, like switching from roll or batt insulation to spray foam. If the existing insulation is very old or damaged, you will likely get more benefit from removing it and starting fresh.

Yes, including recycled denim and cellulose from natural fibers.

Rockwool insulation can last up to 100 years, but just how long this insulation lasts in your home depends on how well it's maintained. Poorly installed insulation may last only 30 years, so be sure to regularly inspect your home's insulation for water damage, settling, and pests to give your insulation the best chance of having a long lifespan.

Periodic checks for moisture or pest issues ensure consistent performance.

Mineral wool has an excellent life expectancy of up to 50 years, provided it's kept dry and free of pests. Compared to fiberglass, with a life span of 20 to 30 years, mineral wool stacks up well for long-term cost savings. Sheep wool maintains a similar life span to fiberglass, while estimates for hemp wool insulation life expectancies are all over the board, ranging anywhere from 20 to 100 years.

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