Does your home need a Duct Sanitize | Disinfectant Treatment?
There are many key issues in a home that contribute to a dirty crawl space. Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC are the first that come to mind. But what about airflow, humidity levels, leaks, and contaminated insulation from rodents, mold, or fungi? Some of these problems can be fixed by controlling the humidity levels with a dehumidifier, removing contaminated insulation, or treating for fungi. With these performed, you still have the effects left behind. A sanitizing | disinfectant treatment application to the crawl space may still be needed if a rodent or wildlife issue is present. A simple yearly termite inspection may not tell the story of what is lurking under your home. The inspector may not be qualified to discover the need for a sanitizing | disinfectant treatment application.
Dealing with a Dirty Crawlspace or Attic
Crawling under your home can be a scary task. Not knowing what is living or growing under there
is enough to hire a professional. Health-related issues have been attributed to the air a person may
breathe from an attic or crawl space. The question is: What can you do to help reduce the risk of dirty or
musty air? Let’s start with the easiest and first step; hire a professional. Universal has been servicing
homes in the Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Newport News regions for over 20 years. We specialize in dirty crawl
spaces and attics. Our professionals have performed hundreds of sanitizing | disinfectant treatments in
Hampton Roads.
What Is a Sanitizer Application?
Sanitation involves applying an antimicrobial chemical to kill bacteria and/or airborne
contaminants and to minimize the chance of re-contamination. However, unlike spraying your kitchen counter,
or cleaning your bathroom sink, duct, attic, and crawl space sanitation applications must be done with care
and only when necessary to kill excessive microbial growth. At Universal Insulation Doctor, Universal Pest
& Termite and Universal Duct Cleaning™ our technicians take the utmost care to sanitize only in safe and
effective ways.
space sanitized? We offer a yearly service to re-apply a sanitized product using a fogging machine. This allows
for a more complete coverage and reaches small areas that may not be visible during an inspection.
FREE Insulation Inspection
Common problems found in a dirty crawl space include:
- Growing fungus and mold
- Housing animals and other pests
- Housing Hantavirus (a pathogen carried by rodents)
- Developing standing water or sewage
- Wasting energy due to poor insulation
- Poor or damaged wiring
- Structural collapse due to wear and tear or damage
How about my Dirty Attic?
Your attic could be the perfect home for a rat, mouse, or even a squirrel. Hiring a professional to remove or
eliminate the pest issue is simple enough. But what did the little critters leave behind? A rodent of any kind
will leave their droppings and urine behind everywhere they go. When a rodent urinates in your insulation it is
considered contaminated and should be removed. In addition, a sanitize | disinfectant treatment application should be
performed with a fogging machine (after removal). The fogging technique will allow for a more thorough
application and allow the product to enter small crevasses where the rodent may have traveled. Schedule an inspection here.
Attic issues that need attention:
- Rodents and mice: Once these pesky creatures get into your attic, they can breed and multiply to enormous
numbers. They carry harmful bacteria and disease that can be transferred directly or indirectly and leave
rodent feces in the attic. Furthermore, they can chew exposed wiring increasing the risk of a house fire. - Mold and mildew: Not only can this blight be hazardous to air quality, but it can cause structural damage as
well, leading to rapid deterioration of structural members. If overlooked, your safety is compromised. - Old and outdated insulation: There’s no question that advances in insulation products has led to better
efficiency capabilities. Additionally, insulation may need to be replaced as the result of a rodent
infestation or excessive mold and mildew. Learn more about our attic insulation services
here. - Worn out insulation: If you or previous owners used the insulated attic for storage purposes, the weight of
the items may have flattened the insulation. Improperly installed insulation is not much better than having
no insulation. Therefore, replacement is necessary to obtain insulation’s benefits.
What else can go wrong in your Crawl Space or Attic?
Universal Insulation Doctor is a sister company to Universal Pest & Termite and Universal Duct Cleaning. The
Universal family can help with moisture issues, termite problems as well as general pest issues such as rodents, roaches, spiders, bed bugs, ants and other occasional invaders. Universal Duct
Cleaning specializes in air duct cleaning
and air duct disinfectant treatment
treatments. Image what is luring in your air ducts if you have pets, you smoke or if there has been a rodent
infestation ever in the home. Rodents love living and nesting in air ducts!
Rodents that are nesting in an air duct line in an attic.
Insulation falling in a Crawl Space
A single air duct disconnected can cost hundreds in energy
Rodents will contaminate an attic in a little as a single winter.
We offer a three-step home service process:
- Inspection: We take the time to make sure you are getting the service expected from
Universal Insulation Doctor. Our inspectors are trained to look for signs of rodent or wildlife nesting,
droppings or urine. We can also provide (upon request) video or pictures before and after. - Service: With an A+ rating with the BBB we understand you expect the best service for the
best price. our technicians attend regular training for insulation removal, insulation install as well as
sanitize applications. - Follow Up: Follow-up process is the most important part of the service. We offer our 100%
Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are not 100% satisfied with the service, we will come back as many times as
necessary. No questions, no hassle.
options. Have your home serviced now for Sanitize | Disinfectant treatments and schedule a payment option that
fits in your budget.
