Vermiculite Insulation

EXCEPTION: Vermiculite attic insulation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency published new information about vermiculite attic insulation in May 2003.

Vermiculite attic insulation is a pebble-like, pour-in product. It is usually light-brown or gold in color, and it usually contains asbestos.

• It should not be tested because the testing procedure is unreliable at this time.
• Homeowners who believe they have vermiculite attic insulation should limit trips to the attic and not allow children in the attic.
• Vermiculite attic insulation is not dangerous unless it is disturbed.
• You should not attempt any project that may disturb the vermiculite attic insulation.
• If it needs to be removed, we highly recommend you hire a certified asbestos contractor.

For more information, click here for EPA’s asbestos website (www.epa.gov/asbestos) or contact The Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency to get an EPA brochure on vermiculite.