CertainTeed Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing in New Braunfels: What to Know First
We provide independent CertainTeed attic cleaning and rodent proofing in New Braunfels, typically completing most jobs in one to two days with a written price before any work starts. Most CertainTeed attic restoration jobs in this market run between $2,800 and $6,500 depending on contamination level, insulation type, and whether the original CertainTeed product line requires specialized handling. This page is for homeowners who’ve found rodent damage, droppings, or degraded insulation in a CertainTeed-equipped attic and need a crew that knows the difference between a SmartBATT failure and a CertaSpray degradation pattern. Call (830) 243-6352 for a free estimate with a written scope delivered before we lift a tool.
How CertainTeed Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- SmartBATT with MoistureSense facing delamination in humid attics. The kraft facing on CertainTeed’s SmartBATT line separates from the fiberglass core when attic humidity cycles above 70 percent repeatedly, which happens in New Braunfels from March through October. Rodents exploit this gap for nesting material. We remove the compromised batts entirely, sanitize the deck, and reinstall with a vapor-smart assembly that doesn’t repeat the original failure mode.
- CertaSpray open-cell foam collapsing from rodent urine saturation. CertainTeed’s open-cell spray foam, common in 2018-2022 New Braunfels builds, absorbs urine rather than shedding it. The foam loses R-value and structural integrity, creating voids where rodents travel. We cut out the saturated sections back to sound substrate, apply enzyme treatment, and restore with closed-cell or dense-pack alternative depending on the roofline geometry.
- InsulPure blown-in settling around top plates after rodent tunneling. CertainTeed’s loose-fill fiberglass compacts where rodents run repeated paths, exposing thermal bypasses at the wall-to-attic junction. We extract the contaminated InsulPure, seal every top plate and penetration with fire-rated caulk and rigid blocking, then reinstall to original depth with fresh material.
- MemBrain smart vapor retarder tearing at staple points during rodent activity. The nylon construction of CertainTeed’s MemBrain holds up to moisture cycling but not to gnawing and pulling. Tears create uncontrolled vapor pathways. We remove the damaged MemBrain, document the pattern for the homeowner’s records, and replace with a rodent-resistant rigid air barrier where code allows.
- Optima dense-pack settling in balloon-framed walls after attic rodent migration. In older New Braunfels homes near the Comal County line, rodents move from attic to wall cavity through balloon framing. CertainTeed’s Optima settles in the void left by their tunnels. We dense-pack fresh Optima through drilled access after sealing the attic-floor migration path with metal flashing and fire-stop foam.
Our CertainTeed Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Process
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Written price and scope before entry. We inspect the attic access, document the CertainTeed product line visible at the hatch, and deliver a flat price with line-item scope. No work starts without a signed agreement.
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Contamination assessment and PPE protocol. We test for hantavirus risk indicators, photograph all CertainTeed product labels for material identification, and establish negative air if needed.
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Removal with CertainTeed-specific handling. SmartBATT facing is separated from fiberglass for proper disposal. CertaSpray is cut in controlled sections to prevent airborne particulate. We note any OEM warranty markers that must remain intact for future claims.
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Sanitizing, sealing, and rodent exclusion. Enzyme treatment on decking, metal flashing at all penetration points, and one-way exits where active rodents are present. We seal before we insulate; the order is never reversed.
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Restoration and documentation. New insulation installed to depth, a documented photo record delivered, and on applicable jobs a blower-door test to verify the attic floor is airtight. The customer receives printed before-and-after readings or a photo log showing sealed bypasses.
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365-Day Done Right Promise activation. Written warranty, scope, and photo record filed by address. If rodents re-enter through our work, we return and make it right.
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AfterWhat CertainTeed Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Costs in New Braunfels
| Scenario | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
|---|---|---|
| SmartBATT removal, sanitize, reinstall with fresh batts | $2,800 - $4,200 | Attic square footage, decking replacement needs, accessibility |
| CertaSpray degradation, partial removal, closed-cell restoration | $4,500 - $6,500 | Linear feet of saturated foam, roof pitch, need for thermal barrier paint |
| InsulPure extraction, air seal, blown-in replacement | $3,200 - $5,100 | Depth of original install, extent of tunneling, top plate accessibility |
| Full attic restoration with rodent exclusion package | $5,500 - $8,200 | Multiple CertainTeed layers, HVAC duct damage, soffit vent screening |
Prices include disposal, sanitizing, materials, and labor. We also service Reflectix radiant barrier systems when found in the same attic. Call (830) 243-6352 for a written estimate - the price we give is the price you pay.
Why New Braunfels Homeowners Call Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels for CertainTeed Work
We’ve worked CertainTeed products in New Braunfels since 2016, from the first-generation SmartBATT installs in River Chase to the CertaSpray jobs in Vintage Oaks. Wes Okafor and our crew know the part numbers, the failure timelines, and which assemblies CertainTeed warranties still cover versus which ones have aged out. We don’t push proprietary products; we source from Owens Corning, Johns Manville, Knauf, Rockwool, CertainTeed, and others so the solution fits the house, not our supplier relationship. Every job closes with a documented photo record and, where applicable, blower-door numbers. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is in writing before we start. Calls are answered by a live person, 24/7.
FAQs
No. CertainTeed’s product warranties cover manufacturing defects, not damage from rodents, moisture from ventilation failures, or homeowner neglect. We document the original product labels during removal so you have batch numbers if a defect claim is relevant to unaffected areas. Call (830) 243-6352 and we’ll review what’s documented versus what’s covered.
We can source current CertainTeed lines when they match the application, but we often recommend alternatives that avoid known failure modes. For example, we typically don’t reinstall SmartBATT in attics with chronic humidity above 65 percent. We explain the trade-off in writing before you decide - no proprietary lock-in.
Most jobs finish in one to two days. Contamination level, attic accessibility, and whether we’re matching existing CertainTeed R-values in a partial restoration determine the timeline. We schedule within 48 hours of estimate approval for standard jobs, and we don’t book more than we can finish properly.
Adding over rodent-contaminated insulation is never the cheaper option long-term. It traps urine, preserves pheromone trails that attract new rodents, and voids most manufacturer warranties on the new layer. We remove, sanitize, and restore so the next insulation layer performs as designed. The written scope shows the full cost either way.
Yes. Reflectix radiant barriers appear frequently in New Braunfels attics alongside CertainTeed fiberglass, especially in 2015-2019 builds. We remove contaminated Reflectix, clean the reflective surface if salvageable, or replace it with fresh product. We don’t mix our service approach - each product line gets handled per its own specification.
Written by Wes Okafor, Owner, Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels at Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels, serving New Braunfels and nearby areas.