Open the windows of the attic if possible to vent the air trapped in the attic out and allow fresh air to come in.
How to disinfect the attic.
How to clean animal waste in attic.
This attic was infested with rodents both roof rats and eastern gray squirrels.
Before beginning the chore of cleaning an attic put on a protective mask gloves and safety glasses to keep allergens.
Gather cleaning supplies and tools.
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Decontaminate the attic i use special enzyme based cleaner which breaks down neutralizes organic waste.
Attic decontamination clean and deodorize the attic 06 16 2005 this is a standard attic decontamination job.
If the attic has windows leave them open for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow fresh air to circulate.
Put furniture and accessories back in place.
Take three percent hydrogen peroxide which can be found at most grocery stores and put it in a new clean spray bottle.
Now that you ve prepped the space it s time to attack the mold itself.
Clean attic windows with glass cleaner and soft clean cloths.
If your attic mold is limited to a very small area you may be able to use a power sander or a wire brush to remove it.
Spray an air freshener in the room if needed to make the attic a tolerable space to work in.
Put on protective gear.
Opt for a window cleaner with an extension pole and squeegee to reach high windowpanes.
I apply it with an electric atomizer sprayer which fogs the attic with a fine mist.
Chances are there are several items in your attic that you don t need.
How to clean out an attic after a rat infestation.
Remove small droppings rat squirrel with a vacuum where possible.
Hand pick all large droppings raccoon opossum.
Remove and replace all insulation that has been heavily soiled.
As we ve said it s best if you start with a blank slate.
The respirator cannot protect.
Put on protective gloves a respirator mask and shoe covers.
However the attic remained vulnerable.
Run a large fan in the window facing out to draw air from the attic.
Remove all the bits of nesting material and food debris.
Ventilate the attic if possible.
Turn on some music and work on bringing.
I trapped and removed all of the animals and indentified and permanently sealed shut all of the entry points.