Current Best Practices for Vermiculite Attic Insulation

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offices have received a large number of phone calls from citizens concerned about vermiculite insulation in their home that might be contaminated with asbestos.

EPA is gathering more information about vermiculite insulation and other products containing vermiculite.

If you suspect vermiculite insulation is in your home, the safest thing is to leave the material alone. If you decide to remove or must otherwise disturb the material due to a renovation project, consult with an experienced asbestos contractor. The following information provides a common sense approach to help you find out what kind of insulation is in your home and decide what to do if you have vermiculite insulation.