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A small attic in Bradley Beach, NJ was not properly air sealed or insulated, and although the storage space is limited, it's not a suitable environment for storing belongings. The poor attic conditions contribute to an uncomfortable home, too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter, and can cause damage to anything stored there. Our expert team can air seal and insulate the attic, turning it into a more stable and usable space while improving overall home comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor environment.

This homeowner in Allenhurst, NJ, owns a stunning early 1900s home. During our attic inspection, we observed inadequate insulation and a lack of proper air sealing—a common issue in both older and newer homes. Despite the seemingly good condition of the ductwork, if there's insufficient air sealing or insulation, conditioned air can escape into the attic, leading to increased energy expenses and decreased comfort. By utilizing ZypFoam sealant for air sealing and adding TruSoft cellulose insulation to achieve the recommended R-Value of R-60, we can significantly enhance the comfort and energy efficiency of this home.

Upon entering the crawl space in Allenhurst, NJ, we immediately detected high moisture levels. The exposed walls lacked insulation, with visible deterioration of fiberglass and wood. We found standing water, a struggling sump pump, and leaking ductwork throughout the space. These issues compromise indoor air quality by allowing crawl space air into the duct system, which circulates back into the home's conditioned spaces. Additionally, conditioned air escapes into the crawl space, leading to temperature inconsistencies. Evidence of dry rot in wooden beams further underscored the moisture and temperature fluctuations. Our proposed solutions include replacing the sump pump, insulating walls with SilverGlo Foam Boards, spray foaming rim joists, encapsulating the floor with CleanSpace liner, and mastic sealing or encapsulating ducts as needed. These measures aim to enhance comfort, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and overall home integrity for the homeowner.

This homeowner in Allenhurst, NJ, experienced discomfort due to conditioned air escaping through leaky can lights and an attic that was not properly air sealed. The insufficient insulation and air leaks were driving up energy costs and reducing comfort. By air sealing the attic, installing can light covers over the can lights, and adding R-60 cellulose insulation, we can help lower the homeowner's energy bills and improve overall comfort.

A homeowner in Allenhurst, NJ faced challenges in maintaining comfort throughout the seasons. During our complimentary home evaluation, we discovered a major issue with leaking ducts. Both the supply and return ducts had noticeable gaps, letting unconditioned air seep in and allowing conditioned air to escape into unconditioned spaces. This leakage has resulted in higher energy bills for the homeowner. Contact us today for your free home evaluation and improve your home's comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.

This small attic in Allenhurst, NJ needed some loving. The homeowner had high energy bills and was too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. This is what we do, “We Fix Uncomfortable Homes!”. By properly air sealing the attic, installing baffle vents, sealing the trunk connections or any leaky ducts, creating wooden retaining walls and sealing the wood decking we are ready to then start blowing in the optimal r-value of R-60 of TruSoft Cellulose insulation. This homeowner now has a properly air sealed and insulated attic which will help save the owner money on their energy bills and make the home more comfortable.

In Highlands, NJ, a homeowner needed an attic insulation upgrade. During our free evaluation, we discovered that the can lights lacked proper insulation and air sealing, with visible gaps that allowed conditioned air to escape into the attic—wasting energy and increasing utility bills. In the attic, the lights were completely exposed. Our simple fix was to install can light covers and seal them with foam sealant, which stopped the air leaks and helped the homeowner save energy and reduce their utility bills.

During a free home evaluation in this Highlands, NJ home, we pulled back the existing insulation and discovered the attic was not properly air sealed. Leaks at the top plates were allowing conditioned air to escape into the attic, causing the rooms below to feel too hot or too cold. When an attic isn’t air sealed, you’re essentially paying to heat or cool the attic, which drives up energy bills. In fact, gaps in the top plates can be equivalent to leaving a window open more than six inches year-round, especially when combined with pipe and wire penetrations. By taking the time to properly air seal and insulate the attic, we can significantly reduce energy loss, lower utility bills, and greatly improve overall home comfort.

After inspecting the crawl space in Ocean Grove, NJ, we discovered condensation forming on the pipes and dripping onto surrounding surfaces. High relative humidity can lead to the formation of condensation, which encourages mold growth on organic materials. This mold can release spores and odors, potentially compromising indoor air quality and leading to dry rot that damages the wood structure in the crawl space. To address this, we recommend installing a Sedona dehumidifier. This solution effectively reduces humidity levels, dries out the crawl space, and helps maintain comfort throughout the rest of the house.

This home in Deal, NJ feels uncomfortable and drafty due to insufficient insulation. Visible bare spots reveal areas where the attic lacks proper coverage. To make matters worse, the attic isn't air-sealed, which further increases the homeowner’s discomfort. By sealing the attic and adding cellulose insulation with an optimal R-value of R-60, we can significantly enhance comfort and energy efficiency in this home—and any home.