Knauf Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing in New Braunfels: What to Know First
We provide independent Knauf attic cleaning and rodent proofing in New Braunfels, with most jobs completed in one to two days and a written price delivered before any work starts. As an independent Knauf service provider, we’re not affiliated with or authorized by Knauf Insulation, but our crews have handled hundreds of Knauf installations across Comal County and know where these products tend to fail after rodent damage or years of neglect. This page is for homeowners who’ve found damaged Knauf insulation in their attic, suspect rodent activity, or need full restoration after an infestation. Call (830) 243-6352 for a free estimate with a written scope.
How Knauf Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Knauf Jet Stream Ultra BIBS (Blown-In Blanket System) - settling and tunneling. The fiberglass blowing wool in this system is designed to fill wall and attic cavities at a specific density, but rodents compress it into runways that never rebound. We remove the compacted material, sanitize the cavity, install exclusion barriers, and reinstall to original density specs with fresh Jet Stream or an equivalent loose-fill.
- Knauf Ecobatt with ECOSE Technology - binder breakdown from urine saturation. The plant-based ECOSE binder is less resistant to rodent urine than phenolic alternatives. Once saturated, the batts delaminate and drop R-value by 30% or more. We strip these out completely, treat the decking with an enzyme decontaminant, and replace with new Ecobatt only after the odor source is eliminated.
- Knauf Insulation Board (NIK Board) - edge gnawing and nesting behind rigid sections. Rigid board in kneewalls or attic hatches gets chewed at exposed edges, creating gaps that bypass the thermal boundary. We cut back damaged sections, seal the perimeter with fire-rated caulk, and replace with matched thickness board or transition to spray foam where the geometry demands it.
- Knauf Momentum - compression from storage loads after rodent exclusion. Homeowners often store holiday items on Momentum batts after cleaning, crushing the recovery loft. We mark protected platform zones, install walk boards where storage is unavoidable, and document original versus post-compression R-value so the owner understands what happened.
- Knauf Attic Access Insulation Covers - displacement from repeated entry. The zippered tent-style covers tear at seams when pulled past rodent debris or snagged on protruding nails. We replace with reinforced covers, smooth the framing, and add a pull-tab extension so the zipper path stays clean.
Our Knauf Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Process
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Call and scope. A live person answers 24/7. We schedule an attic inspection, not a sales pitch. Wes Okafor or a senior tech walks the space with a headlamp and documents photos.
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Blower-door baseline. We run a pressurization test - a blower-door diagnostic that measures how many cubic feet of conditioned air your house leaks per minute - to establish pre-work CFM50. This tells us how much air bypasses through the attic floor before we touch anything.
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Species ID and entry mapping. We identify the rodent (roof rats dominate in New Braunfels, especially near the Guadalupe River corridor), trace entry points, and mark soffit gaps, roof-to-wall intersections, and plumbing penetrations for exclusion.
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Removal and decontamination. All compromised Knauf material comes out. We HEPA-vacuum, apply enzyme treatment to organic waste, and let the decking dry before any new product touches it.
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Exclusion and air sealing. Steel mesh, copper wool, and fire-stop sealant close every entry larger than 1/4 inch. Top plates, can lights, and penetrations get sealed before insulation returns.
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Replacement and verification. New Knauf or equivalent product goes in to spec. We run the blower-door again and hand you the before-and-after printout. The number on the blower-door printout tells you what the insulation did. Everything else is just talk.
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AfterWhat Knauf Attic Cleaning & Rodent Proofing Costs in New Braunfels
Most attic cleaning and rodent proofing jobs in New Braunfels homes run between $2,400 and $5,800, depending on square footage, contamination depth, and whether the Knauf product can be spot-repaired or needs full removal.
| Scenario | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Partial cleanout, light contamination, spot Knauf replacement | $2,400 - $3,600 |
| Full removal of blown-in Knauf, sanitizing, reinstallation | $3,800 - $5,200 |
| Full restoration with rigid board replacement and platform rebuild | $4,600 - $5,800 |
What moves the price: attic accessibility (scuttle vs. pull-down stairs), decking replacement needs, and whether we find live activity requiring trap placement before cleanup. We also service Reflectix radiant barriers when those systems need attention during the same project. Call (830) 243-6352 for a written price before any work starts - estimates are free.
Why New Braunfels Homeowners Call Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels for Knauf Work
We’ve sealed and insulated over 9,000 homes since 2016, and the ones off River Road near the Guadalupe taught us something specific: slab homes in that corridor run higher stack-effect leakage than owners expect, which means rodent entry points pull harder and contamination spreads faster. Our crews know Knauf product lines by sight, understand the ECOSE binder’s real-world limitations, and stock compatible replacement materials so we’re not ordering blind. Every job closes with a Documented Photo Record and, on applicable work, printed blower-door numbers. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies to all completed work. If it’s not right, we make it right.
FAQs
Knauf’s product warranty covers manufacturing defects, not damage from rodents or improper installation. Using an independent service provider like us doesn’t void what remains, but Knauf won’t cover the rodent damage itself. We document the original product label and install date when visible, so you have a record if a manufacturing claim ever arises. Call (830) 243-6352 if you need help locating your installation paperwork.
We source Knauf products through the same distribution channels available to any contractor - Jet Stream Ultra, Ecobatt, Momentum, and NIK Board are all obtainable with standard lead times. For some repairs, we may recommend a functionally equivalent product from Owens Corning, Johns Manville, or Rockwool if it performs better for your specific geometry or budget. We explain the trade-off in writing before you decide.
Spot repair is cheaper only if the damage is limited to less than 20% of the attic floor and the remaining insulation tests at or near original R-value. In practice, rodent urine travels laterally through blown-in fiberglass, so what looks like a corner problem often isn’t. We test samples with a moisture meter and insulation depth gauge, then give you both options in writing. Most New Braunfels homeowners choose full replacement once they see the contamination map.
We typically schedule inspections within 24 to 48 hours, and emergency cleanouts for active infestations within the same day when health hazards are present. A live person answers calls 24/7, so you’re not waiting on a callback window. Call (830) 243-6352 to check today’s availability.
We partner with licensed pest control operators for live trapping and extermination, then handle the insulation removal, sanitizing, air sealing, and reinstallation ourselves. This division keeps our crews focused on what we do best - the building envelope - while the pest operator handles species-specific trapping protocols. We coordinate scheduling so you’re not managing two contractors.
Written by Wes Okafor, Owner, Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels at Topside Attic Insulation New Braunfels, serving New Braunfels and nearby areas.