Insulation Removal Services in New Mexico
If you’re experiencing moisture damage, pests, mold, diminishing efficiency, or other problems, we’ll remove existing insulation, and sanitize and deodorize the areas.
The Advantages of Insulation Removal Services for New Mexico Homeowners
Better Energy Efficiency
Replacing old insulation results in increased energy efficiency.
Improved Air Quality
Removing old insulation helps freshen up your indoor air by getting rid of built-up dust and allergens.
Eliminate Rodent Problems
Old insulation is a perfect nesting for rodents.
Stop Fungal Growth
Moisture can lead to mold and fungal growth.
Fresh Start
Older homes can enjoy a fresh start for new insulation.
Higher Home Value
New insulation will increase your home's resale value.
Professional Insulation Removal in Albuquerque, NM
Safe and Clean Removal of Old Insulation
Over time, insulation can become less effective due to damage, contamination, moisture, pests, or settling. For Albuquerque homeowners, removing old or damaged insulation can be an important first step before upgrading the home’s insulation and improving overall energy efficiency.
Koala Insulation of New Mexico provides professional insulation removal services in Albuquerque and surrounding communities. Our team safely and thoroughly removes old materials and prepares the space for new, high-performance insulation when replacement is needed.
When Should You Remove Old Insulation?
- Pest Infestations: If pests like rodents or insects have made their way into your attic or walls, they can damage insulation and leave behind harmful contaminants. Removing and replacing the insulation is essential for restoring a clean, healthy living space.
- Water Damage and Mold: Insulation that has been exposed to water or moisture can develop mold and mildew, which can affect your home’s air quality and contribute to health issues. Wet insulation loses its ability to insulate effectively and should be removed.
- Aging or Settling: Insulation can settle, compress, become damaged, or lose effectiveness over time. If your existing insulation no longer provides adequate coverage or thermal performance, our team can assess whether removal and replacement with blown-in attic insulation or another material is appropriate.
- Home Renovations: If you’re planning a renovation, it’s a great time to assess your insulation. Removing old insulation allows you to start fresh with materials that meet modern energy efficiency standards.
- Energy Inefficiency: If you’ve noticed that your home is drafty, hard to heat or cool, or your energy bills are higher than usual, outdated or damaged insulation could be the culprit.
Professional Insulation Removal Services in Albuquerque
At Koala Insulation of New Mexico, we use specialized equipment and professional techniques to safely remove old insulation while minimizing dust and debris throughout your home. Once the old insulation is removed, we can recommend replacement options such as spray foam insulation, blown-in insulation, or batt insulation based on your home’s needs. Removing existing material can also provide an opportunity to identify areas where air sealing may help address unwanted air leakage before new insulation is installed.
Whether you’re dealing with damaged attic insulation, moisture, pest contamination, or declining energy efficiency, our Albuquerque insulation removal team can help prepare your home for a fresh start.
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Dan Benavidez
18:14 31 Aug 26
Great company Mike was an excellent salesman explained everything in detail. Jorge and Gabriel installed the attic insulation they did a professional job and cleaned up after great price I would definitely recommend Koala
Mike Rose
22:05 22 Jul 26
Professional Company - Quality Workmanship.
I recently had Koala Insulation add blown-in insulation to my attic. I have a mid-70's build single story ranch. Needed serious updates. I called Koala and a competitor.
While Koala was more expensive, the professionalism, the service and the follow up made it absolutely the best investment. Scheduling a quote was super easy, the tech came out the next day. Ran down all their services, climbed up into the attic, took pictures, measured and laid out all the work that I wanted. Scheduling the work was easy. No upfront costs. No 6–8-week lead time. The techs came out on the day of, they maintained communications; arrived on time and busted butt to get the job completed. They were professional, courteous and communicated all steps of the job. They cleaned up behind themselves.
Not only did they bring my attic insulation up to R-49 with blown in fill, they sealed all penetrations from the ceiling, they installed baffles around all my soffit vents, they insulated my 2 skylights to R-21, installed barriers around the attic to keep the insulation from moving, they installed a sealed cover for the attic entry and I purchased 2 solar powered attic ventilation fans from them that I plan to have my roofers install.
I have a statement of work showing exactly what was performed. I have before and after pictures of all the work. I would recommend Koala Insulation to anyone looking for a no BS professional company. My money was well spent and I will call them again if I need any other insulation projects around my home. As a side note, a ceiling mounted light fixture that was located next to the attic entry was broken during the work. It actually came loose. they didn't touch it. The techs cleaned it all up, bought a new fixture on the spot and installed the replacement for me. I got upgraded to LED! No hassle no fuss. An all around stand up company and folks.
I recently had Koala Insulation add blown-in insulation to my attic. I have a mid-70's build single story ranch. Needed serious updates. I called Koala and a competitor.
While Koala was more expensive, the professionalism, the service and the follow up made it absolutely the best investment. Scheduling a quote was super easy, the tech came out the next day. Ran down all their services, climbed up into the attic, took pictures, measured and laid out all the work that I wanted. Scheduling the work was easy. No upfront costs. No 6–8-week lead time. The techs came out on the day of, they maintained communications; arrived on time and busted butt to get the job completed. They were professional, courteous and communicated all steps of the job. They cleaned up behind themselves.
Not only did they bring my attic insulation up to R-49 with blown in fill, they sealed all penetrations from the ceiling, they installed baffles around all my soffit vents, they insulated my 2 skylights to R-21, installed barriers around the attic to keep the insulation from moving, they installed a sealed cover for the attic entry and I purchased 2 solar powered attic ventilation fans from them that I plan to have my roofers install.
I have a statement of work showing exactly what was performed. I have before and after pictures of all the work. I would recommend Koala Insulation to anyone looking for a no BS professional company. My money was well spent and I will call them again if I need any other insulation projects around my home. As a side note, a ceiling mounted light fixture that was located next to the attic entry was broken during the work. It actually came loose. they didn't touch it. The techs cleaned it all up, bought a new fixture on the spot and installed the replacement for me. I got upgraded to LED! No hassle no fuss. An all around stand up company and folks.
George Garcia
21:26 09 Jul 26
The work performed, the proposal of the job, and the materials used were all excellent! The work completed by Ricardo and his partner was fantastic. I met with Gabriel who asked questions and performed a visual assessment and inspection. Gabriel offered a fair price.When the job was completed the comfort level of my home has greatly improved! I use less energy because I don’t need or have to run the AC as often. I would recommend Koala’s Insulation service to all who need or might need insulation.
Anne Wyckoff
22:00 12 Jun 26
I had a great experience with Koala Insulation. Gabriel Espinoza, who originally helped me as my salesperson, came out this morning along with Mark Aragon, Ricardo, and the rest of the crew when I had an unrelated issue. They took the time to show me exactly what was going on, put my mind at ease, and even fixed a minor insulation issue while they were there.
Jacob Martin, the general manager, was great to work with throughout the whole process. Everyone I dealt with was friendly, courteous, and efficient — the work was completed quickly and at a fair price. Highly recommend this business.
Jacob Martin, the general manager, was great to work with throughout the whole process. Everyone I dealt with was friendly, courteous, and efficient — the work was completed quickly and at a fair price. Highly recommend this business.
Ryan
20:54 21 May 26
The spray foam and general insulation work looks fine, and the Day 1 crew was tidy and careful with belongings. Management was responsive and communicative throughout.
That said, the skylight insulation did not match what was described in the sales consultation. The technician had outlined light wood framing at the short ends of each skylight and no insulation inside the skylight cavity. (See pic.) I called after Day 1 and management came out personally with the crew to oversee a redo, which I appreciated.
On Day 2 I was asked what I envisioned and described the original design multiple times, different ways. I sensed it wasn't connecting, but I'm not the type of person to just keep driving my point into people's faces. I am however, a former very successful communicator in technical fields so I do not blame myself.
They left without delivering the (basic!) original design concept. They used my ladder without asking and left it covered in dried foam. A caulk tube left behind oozed onto my garage floor. A razor blade turned up in the woodchips outside. My dogs could have found that. About an hour of cleanup total.
I won't be working with this company again, not because they aren't perfectly nice people. As far as going for another fix, if offered, I'd rather move forward than risk more hassle.
I'll hire someone to do the skylight framing they didn't complete, then get it drywalled. It'll be fine.
Management clearly cares. The execution, at least in my case, did not match the promise.
That said, the skylight insulation did not match what was described in the sales consultation. The technician had outlined light wood framing at the short ends of each skylight and no insulation inside the skylight cavity. (See pic.) I called after Day 1 and management came out personally with the crew to oversee a redo, which I appreciated.
On Day 2 I was asked what I envisioned and described the original design multiple times, different ways. I sensed it wasn't connecting, but I'm not the type of person to just keep driving my point into people's faces. I am however, a former very successful communicator in technical fields so I do not blame myself.
They left without delivering the (basic!) original design concept. They used my ladder without asking and left it covered in dried foam. A caulk tube left behind oozed onto my garage floor. A razor blade turned up in the woodchips outside. My dogs could have found that. About an hour of cleanup total.
I won't be working with this company again, not because they aren't perfectly nice people. As far as going for another fix, if offered, I'd rather move forward than risk more hassle.
I'll hire someone to do the skylight framing they didn't complete, then get it drywalled. It'll be fine.
Management clearly cares. The execution, at least in my case, did not match the promise.
Brian Pick
03:23 05 Feb 26
Install of closed foam and open foam insulation in ny 50+ years home. Good estimates and suggestions about how to complete the job and better insulate my old home. Chris is a great salesman, and the workers were very considerate and worked very hard at their job. Always kept me in touch of progress and when the next work day was. Mark the manager was always checking in to make sure i was happy with the work. Outstanding job, Definitely would hire for the next job
William Michener
22:01 17 Jan 26
The New Mexico Actors Lab had one week in early January to insulate the ceilings of the main performance space and the cafe. The crew started Monday morning and finished on time on Saturday before noon. The installation was extremely professional and the crew was hard working, efficient, friendly and responsive. We could not be happier with the work and how the theatre looked after the work was completed. Highly recommended!!!
Pet Angel Santa Fe “Pet Angel Santa Fe”
20:04 12 Jan 26
I had a few insulation projects with Koala Insulation of Albuquerque and Santa Fe. I did on ceilings and walls insulation. They blew cellulose and brought it up to R49 and up to recent code requirements. It helps tremendously, especially with summer heat, as most of it hits from roof. The employees are very professional and courteous. Left everything clean. The owner of the company is very knowledgeable and listens to customers. Thank you very much! Will see you on next project!
Additional Services
Commercial Insulation Contractors
Give your workspace a boost with commercial insulation services built for New Mexico's high-desert climate. Whether you're upgrading an office, retail space, warehouse, or industrial facility in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, or beyond, Koala Insulation has commercial insulation contractors ready to reduce energy costs and improve comfort — so you can focus on running your business.
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Keep your crawl space dry and your floors warm with vapor barrier crawl space insulation that helps you save energy.
Blown In Attic Insulation
Consisting of small pieces of insulation, this type of insulation can quite literally fill every nook and cranny of a space and create an uber-fluffy layer of effective insulation. Our technicians ensure your attic, wall and ceiling cavities are filled correctly and without gaps or voids.
Spray Foam Insulation
Spray Foam is a two-part product that is heated and then is sent through a hose into the stud cavity, where it hardens in a matter of seconds and creates a long-term barrier that keeps your home comfortable and energy efficient.
Air Sealing Service
We identify and seal leaks letting air in and out of your home to reduce unwanted temperature loss or gain.
Batt Insulation Installation
One of the most recognizable forms of insulation. Batt comes in large rolls or pre-cut sections that are typically pink or yellow in color. These are installed in sheet form and laid out between the studs in walls, floors, and attics.
Solar Attic Fans
Solar attic fans turn your attic into a livable space by pushing hot air out and pulling cool air in. Our fans use solar energy to keep your attic at a comfortable temperature year-round.
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