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We’re looking at the entrance to a poorly insulated kneewall in Matawan, NJ, which sits in front of an addition with a bathroom exhaust fan that needed proper ventilation. Access was extremely tight, but our team can navigate even the trickiest spaces to ventilate fans correctly and insulate kneewalls thoroughly. By doing so, we transformed this home—making it more comfortable, energy-efficient, and helping lower the homeowner’s energy bills—all while maintaining our commitment to quality and excellence on every job.

During our complimentary inspection in Brielle, NJ, we discovered inadequate air sealing in the homeowner's attic. We discovered drill holes that allow the conditioned air, which the owner pays for, to escape into the attic. Further investigation revealed visible gaps in the attic's top plates, contributing to air leakage. Upon inspecting the plywood floor, we observed additional gaps. Beneath the attic floor, fiberglass insulation was visible, covered by plywood. Without proper air sealing of the top plates, the homeowner risks higher energy bills due to air leaks into the attic. Fortunately, we offer solutions to address these issues and enhance insulation, including creating a proper storage room. Contact us to properly air-seal the attic, install blow-in TruSoft cellulose insulation to achieve an R-value of R-60, and construct retaining walls with a sealed storage deck. These measures will significantly improve your home's comfort and energy efficiency.

Many homeowners, like this one in Brielle, NJ, have can lights that often leak conditioned air into the attic, wasting energy and causing discomfort. Pulling back the insulation reveals air leaking through the can lights. The orange circles show dirt left behind in the fiberglass insulation, indicating that conditioned air continues to escape into the attic through the can lights and porous insulation. Our solution is to install a TiteShell can light cover and seal it with spray foam, preventing air leaks and improving both comfort and energy efficiency.

During a free home evaluation in Brielle, NJ, we discovered that the homeowner's attic was leaking conditioned air through drill holes for wires, pipes, and gas lines, as well as through gaps in the top plates of the attic floor. We often find that attics aren’t properly air-sealed, which is surprising given that a typical home can lose 25-30% of its conditioned air through such leaks. Before adding insulation, it’s essential to air-seal the attic’s top plates, holes, and gaps to prevent this air leakage.

During cold winters, homeowners often struggle with cold floors and drafty rooms. While inspecting a basement in Brielle, NJ, we discovered that the rim joists were poorly insulated. Simply stuffing fiberglass insulation into these cavities does little to stop cold air from seeping into the home. Fiberglass is porous and allows air to pass through when not properly enclosed. To effectively address the issue, we would remove the fiberglass and apply spray foam to the rim joists and any open gaps along the way. This would help seal out cold air, reducing drafts and keeping the first floor warmer.

A homeowner in a Brielle, NJ condo was struggling with comfort issues — their first-floor office was always cold, and the upstairs bathroom felt chilly, even freezing the hot tubs pipes in the extreme cold. Complexes like this can be challenging, but our team knew how to tackle it. We opened the soffit from the outside and dense-packed cellulose insulation between the joist bays to eliminate drafts and cold spots. In the bathroom, we accessed joist bays through the closet beside the tub, dense-packed the floor beneath it, and air-sealed all plumbing penetrations to stop air leaks. We also insulated behind the tub, which faced the exterior, for added protection. Now, the homeowner enjoys a more comfortable office and a warm, well-insulated hot tub area with pipes far less likely to freeze.

During a recent free home evaluation in Brielle, NJ, we used thermal imaging to identify cold spots throughout the home that clearly indicated air leakage. In the attic, we found it wasn’t properly air sealed and had inadequate insulation and leaky ductwork. Air was escaping through top plates, wire penetrations, recessed lights, and duct connections. The stack effect occurs when conditioned air rises and leaks into the attic, drawing outside air in from lower areas of the home to replace it. Thermal imaging allowed us to see that colder outside air being drawn upward. By properly air sealing, insulating, and addressing the duct leaks, our team can improve comfort and help the homeowner stop wasting energy and overpaying on utility bills.

In Colts Neck, NJ, a homeowner’s attic lacked proper air sealing, allowing cooled air to escape into the attic during the summer. On top of that, the insulation was inadequate and failed to keep conditioned air in the living spaces. As a result, the home was less comfortable and energy bills were higher. Humidity and condensation were also a concern—rusty roof nails showed signs of water droplets forming and dripping onto the attic floor, leaving stain marks on the plywood. By taking care of these issues, you can enjoy a cooler, more efficient, and healthier home this summer.

In Colts Neck, NJ, a homeowner was struggling with cold floors on the first level. During our free home evaluation, we discovered that a previous contractor had encapsulated the crawl space and insulated the walls with foam boards—but they never insulated the rim joists. As a result, cold outside air was still infiltrating through the unsealed rim joists, cooling the floors above. We also found a heating duct leaking significant amounts of warm air into the crawl space, causing moisture buildup and mold growth on the wood. While our inspections are always free to homeowners, it’s our deep understanding of home performance that sets us apart. At Dave Hoh’s Home Comfort & Energy Experts, we’re committed to finding and fixing the real causes behind comfort issues, energy efficiency problems, and indoor air quality concerns—so homeowners experience lasting comfort and peace of mind.

Our free home evaluation in Colts Neck, NJ uncovered multiple air leaks throughout the home, from the basement all the way to the attic. In the basement, we found leaky ductwork and unsealed rim joists. In the attic, after pulling back the insulation, it became clear the space had never been properly air sealed, and the ductwork there was leaking as well. Inadequate insulation and poor attic ventilation were contributing to the homeowners’ uncomfortable indoor conditions. Even from the exterior, we identified issues at the overhang/porch ceiling, where outside air was infiltrating the home and affecting second-floor comfort. That’s why we offer free home evaluations and take a whole-home approach. We create a continuous “blanket” over your home to keep the conditioned air you pay for where it belongs. This helps prevent energy loss and stops contaminated air, dust, and fiberglass particulates from entering your living space. We help diagnose the root causes of comfort issues and provide long-term solutions that make a lasting difference.