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We recently worked on a project in Sea Girt, NJ, where a homeowner needed proper insulation for their small attic. After removing the old insulation and air sealing the attic, we installed TruSoft Cellulose insulation to achieve the optimal R-value of R-60. Despite the attic's challenging truss configuration, our experienced crew navigated it seamlessly. Now, this homeowner enjoys a more comfortable and energy-efficient home.

During our free home evaluation in Sea Girt, NJ, we often encounter homes that lack proper air sealing and insulation. As part of the assessment, we inspect the attic to evaluate insulation levels and pull back existing insulation to check for adequate air sealing. We never insulate an attic without first ensuring it is properly air sealed. Air sealing is crucial to prevent conditioned air from escaping into unconditioned spaces; ensuring homeowners aren't paying to heat or cool their attic. By combining air sealing with proper insulation, we can help make the home more comfortable and energy-efficient.

Our customer complained their house in Spring Lake, NJ, had cold and drafty rooms. The homeowner stated that their house was too cold during the winters. Also the homeowner suggested during windy conditions the house would become even more uncomfortable. Many older homes like this 100 year old house were built with no insulation in the exterior walls. Nearly all walls leak air, insulated or not, causing drafts. The cold wall surface cools interior air which then sinks and travels across the floor and up the warmer interior wall, and across the ceiling back to the exterior wall. This is called a “convective loop” and makes rooms feel even draftier. Our solution must be to eliminate the convective loop by insulating the exterior walls. To accomplish this we must temporarily remove the siding of the house and drill small holes through the wall sheathing. Next we must fasten the fill tube by inserting it up and down into the small hole to dense pack the exterior wall cavities. We use our TruSoft Cellulose insulation to dense pack and insulate the exterior walls. Our Cellulose insulation is environmentally safe and is treated to be highly fire, mold and pest resistant. Finally, the holes are plugged and the siding is put back on the house exterior walls. The results of insulating the exterior walls are a less drafty, warmer, quieter and a lower fuel/electric bill.

During a free home energy audit in Spring Lake, NJ, we inspected the homeowner's attic for common insulation issues and leaks. We found that the attic was poorly ventilated, causing moisture buildup and dry rot on the roof rafters. After pulling back the exposed fiberglass insulation, we discovered that the attic was not air-sealed and had open drill holes and leaky can lights. The insulation was inadequate and had gaps. Additionally, the AC return plenum was uninsulated, and there was evidence of leaky ducts. These issues contribute to uncomfortable living conditions and high energy bills for homeowners. Our BPI-certified staff are trained to resolve all these problems.

We transformed an attic in Spring Lake, NJ, after the homeowner reported experiencing drafty rooms. Our inspection revealed that the attic had insufficient insulation and lacked proper air sealing, both major contributors to the issue. After sealing the attic, we installed TruSoft cellulose insulation to an optimal R-Value of R-60, creating a more comfortable and energy-efficient home for the homeowner.

During our complimentary home evaluation in Spring Lake, NJ, we discovered insufficient insulation and an unsealed attic in this lovely home. The front cantilevers were also under-insulated, leading to overheating in summer and chilly floors in winter. Additionally, rooms above the two-car garage suffered from temperature extremes throughout the seasons. These issues have left the homeowners uncomfortable and burdened with high energy costs. Our skilled team specializes in attic air sealing, insulating up to the optimal R-60 level, addressing cantilever insulation, and dense packing the garage ceiling. These solutions not only enhance comfort and lower energy bills but also promote healthier indoor air quality for a better living environment.

Examining a vented crawl space in Oceanport, NJ reveals several issues affecting home comfort. First, we can replace the crawl space door with an airtight, rustproof, and maintenance-free option. We also offer the Turtl access system, which provides the same preventative treatments as other access doors while ensuring easy entry and added security. Inside, vents need sealing to prevent water, debris, and fluctuating temperatures from entering the crawl space. We will install SilverGlo foam block boards in the vents and seal them with spray foam to block unwanted air and moisture. Additionally, we'll insulate the cinderblock walls with SilverGlo foam boards and spray foam the rim joists to improve energy efficiency and overall comfort.

This Oceanport, NJ, home was built with a vented crawl space, a common feature in older homes that allows outside air to seep in. Cold air entering through the vents leads to chilly floors, drafts, and even cools heating ducts running through the space, potentially causing condensation. In this case, the homeowner experienced wet spots from rain draining through the vent, creating the risk of standing water. During summer, humidity can lead to further condensation, promoting mold and rot. If ducts are in the crawl space, this can circulate unhealthy air throughout the home. Vented crawl spaces come with many issues, but we specialize in solutions that improve comfort, efficiency, and indoor air quality.

In Oceanport, NJ, this attic had poor air sealing and poorly installed baffle vents, causing energy loss, air leaks, and reduced indoor air quality. Dirt buildup in the fiberglass insulation can be signs of the attic not air sealed. Restricted airflow from faulty baffles also risk moisture and mold issues. We can address these problems with thorough air sealing, proper baffle vent installation, duct sealing, and installing TruSoft cellulose insulation to the optimal levels of R-60. Our team offers free home evaluations to identify and address issues that impact comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.

During our inspection of a porch in Oakhurst, NJ, we discovered that the overhang lacks proper insulation. This allows unwanted outside air to infiltrate the second floor, causing drafts, cold floors, and overall discomfort. Depending on the structure, we offer solutions such as dense-packing with TruSoft cellulose insulation, using SilverGlo rigid foam boards, or applying spray foam. For SilverGlo and spray foam, we remove the bottom soffit board during installation and seal it back up once finished. For dense-packing, we drill holes underneath, use a hose to blow in the cellulose insulation, then plug and seal the holes, allowing the owner to paint over them. These treatments will enhance the home's comfort and energy efficiency.