Extracting Old Insulation From Exterior Walls In Cork
Over the years, the original insulation inside a cavity wall can deteriorate, settle or become waterlogged, and once that occurs it loses its effectiveness and can actually start drawing moisture across the wall and into your home.
Cavity wall extraction is the process of thoroughly removing this failed or damaged material from the cavity so the wall can dry out properly and, where appropriate, be re-insulated with a fresh, high quality product. It is work we carry out regularly for homeowners across Cork who are experiencing damp patches, cold walls or increasing heating bills.
We remove all types of insulation material during extraction, including mineral wool, foam, polystyrene beads and more, which helps to prevent thermal bridging.
To extract the old insulation, we remove a small number of bricks at carefully chosen points along the wall and introduce compressed air into the cavity, breaking the old material apart and directing it downward. At the same time, a powerful industrial vacuum collects the waste as it descends, clearing the cavity from top to bottom without causing any disruption to the structure of your home.
Once the wall is completely clear, we reinstate the brickwork and, should you wish, refill the clean, dry cavity with new insulation.
Alongside cavity extraction, we also offer cavity wall insulations in Cork, attic insulation and a range of additional services.
Every extraction is carried out by an experienced, fully insured team who leave the site clean and tidy on completion. If you are concerned that the insulation in your walls may have failed, or you would simply like it assessed, call Cork Insulation on 087 391 1659 to arrange a free inspection across Cork.
