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How to insulate your barn tack room; cleanup and framing

Welcome to Part 1 of my complete renovation series for the so-called “insulated” tack room in my barn. After decades of mouse and squirrel infestation, I uncover shocking damage hidden behind the walls—issues that affect not just this room, but the wiring for the entire barn. What began as a simple plan to add one circuit to my subpanel quickly spiraled into a full-scale overhaul, completely changing the trajectory of my woodshop project. In this episode, I reveal major structural concerns, electrical hazards, and insulation failures that could pose serious risks, including fire hazards—problems you’ll want to avoid in your own barn to protect your animals and property. Part 1 focuses on the critical first steps: deconstruction, decontamination, and the removal of compromised walls and the old subpanel. This is where the real work begins. Timestamps: 00:00 Summary of issues 01:25 Demolition of exterior wall 02:20 Uncovering the infestation 05:00 Tips for handling wood + nails 05:40 Uncovering structural barriers 06:30 Identifying points of entry for mice and squirrels 08:00 Analysis of wiring/framing and problems with structure 12:50 Horizontal framing and panel removal 15:50 Building new walls and next steps for putting it all back together