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Icynene Insulation Removal & Replacement in Schertz: What to Know First

We provide independent Icynene insulation removal and replacement in Schertz, typically completing attic jobs in one to two days with a written price locked before any work starts. Most Icynene removal and replacement projects in Schertz run between $2,800 and $6,400 depending on attic square footage, contamination level, and whether the existing open-cell foam has degraded into a powdery, non-recoverable state. Call (830) 402-5240 for a free estimate with a written scope and same-week scheduling.

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This page is for Schertz homeowners who found Icynene spray foam in their attic, walls, or crawl space and need it removed due to failure, contamination, or a remodel. You might be in a 2015-2019 build in the Sedona subdivision off FM 1518 where early Icynene open-cell installs are now showing their age, or you’re dealing with rodent contamination, water damage, or a botched original application that’s off-gassing. We’re an independent Icynene service provider, not affiliated with or authorized by Icynene, and we work on what we find.

How Icynene Products Fail - and How We Fix Them

• Icynene Classic Max (open-cell, 0.5 lb/ft³) - shrinkage and pull-away from rafters. In Schertz’s 140°F peak attic temperatures, Classic Max installed before 2018 often shrinks 5-15% as it ages, creating visible gaps at stud and rafter bays. We remove the compromised foam with specialized extraction equipment, then inspect the substrate for moisture damage before installing replacement insulation with proper adhesion protocols.
• Icynene MD-R-200 (medium-density, 2.0 lb/ft³) - water trapping behind impermeable skin. MD-R-200’s tighter cell structure can form a vapor barrier that traps roof leaks or condensation against sheathing. We cut out affected sections, map the moisture intrusion path with thermal imaging, and replace with a system that accounts for Schertz’s mixed-humidity climate and seasonal temperature swings.
• Icynene LD-C-50 (low-density open-cell) - rodent nesting and contamination. The soft, spongy texture of LD-C-50 makes it ideal nesting material for roof rats common in Schertz’s established neighborhoods near Crescent Ridge. We remove all contaminated foam, HEPA-vacuum the cavity, apply enzyme treatment, and install rodent-proofed replacement insulation with sealed entry points documented in your photo record.
• Icynene Classic Max - chemical off-gassing from improper mix ratios. Pre-2017 installs with off-ratio application (too much “A” side isocyanate) can emit persistent amine odors. We test with a portable VOC meter, remove the affected foam down to substrate, and replace with properly specified material; we document pre- and post-removal readings in your job file.
• Icynene water-blown formulations - hydrolytic degradation in high-heat attics. Early water-blown open-cell foams in Schertz’s unvented attics can break down into friable dust after sustained exposure above 180°F surface temperatures. We treat this as hazardous material removal, use negative-air containment, and replace with a formulation rated for the actual temperature environment we measure.

Our Icynene Insulation Removal & Replacement Process

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   Site inspection and blower-door test. We pressurize the home to establish baseline air leakage (measured in CFM50) and identify where the Icynene was supposed to seal versus where it’s actually failing. Wes Okafor checks every attic personally before quoting.
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   Written price and scope under Haven Standard Clause 1. You get a flat price, written scope, and written warranty before anyone lifts a tool. No exceptions.
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   Containment and extraction. We isolate the work zone with negative-air machines, then remove Icynene using mechanical scraping, specialized foam extraction equipment, or controlled cutting depending on density and location. HEPA filtration runs continuously.
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   Substrate repair and air sealing. With the foam gone, we seal top plates, can lights, and penetrations - the work that should have preceded the original insulation. Seal the leaks first. Then insulate. The attic doesn’t care how thick the insulation is if the air is still moving through it.
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   Replacement insulation installation and blower-door verification. We install specified replacement material (Owens Corning, Johns Manville, Knauf, Rockwool, CertainTeed, or new spray foam as scoped) and run a post-work blower-door test to prove the envelope improved.
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   Documented Photo Record and thermal summary. You walk away with printed before-and-after blower-door numbers, thermal imaging documentation, depth-stick photos, and your warranty under the 365-Day Done Right Promise.

What Icynene Insulation Removal & Replacement Costs in Schertz

Price movers: attic accessibility (scissor truss versus conventional), whether the foam is friable and requires hazmat protocols, sheathing replacement needs, and whether we’re matching existing R-value or upgrading. We also service Reflectix and other brands if your home has mixed insulation systems. Call (830) 402-5240 - estimates are free, written, and delivered before any commitment.

Why Schertz Homeowners Call Topside Attic Insulation Schertz for Icynene Work

We’ve been working the Schertz corridor for several years, including jobs in Sedona where summer attic temps push past 140°F before we install a single batt. Our crew knows the difference between Icynene’s open-cell and medium-density lines, and we don’t pretend one fix fits all. Every job gets a written price first, a Documented Photo Record at completion, and before-and-after blower-door numbers on applicable work. The 365-Day Done Right Promise means if it’s not done right, we make it right - backed by a written scope you already have in hand. Calls are answered by a live person 24/7, and we offer a Free Second Opinion on any written estimate you’ve already received. Background-checked, uniformed technicians. No voicemail loops.

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