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Inspection includes identifying any roof leaks, wood damage, mold growth, or critter activity.
Airflow, ventilation, moisture levels and heat loss points will be assessed.
Airflow, ventilation, moisture levels and heat loss points will be assessed.
What to expect:
- Attic ventilation is very important in every home. We recommend that every home be properly ventilated. Proper ventilation includes any of the following combinations: roof vents and soffit vents, ridge vents and soffit vents, or gable vents and soffit vents
- If the home has roof vents make sure they are not plugged from animal, birds or bees nests.
- We recommend that every attic have a minimum of 10″ to 12″ of insulation installed.
- We look closely for rotted sheathing caused from water leaks. Common areas to find damage sheathing is near chimneys, around any roof vents, around sky lights and in valley areas.
- It is very common in attic today to find a black substance or possible mold on the sheathing. This is generally caused because the attic is not venting properly.
Reduce heating bills and increase energy efficiency with proper insulation.
Advantages to Insulation:
- Dramatically reduced heating bills (up to 40%)
- Homes maintain generated heat in winter months and slow down the heat flow into your home in the summer months.
- Greatly reduces the risk of dampness & condensation in your home.
- Greatly reduces draughts and breezes within your home
- Prevents ice dams and dangerous icicles from forming on your roof
- By insulating your home you will depend less on generated energy, thus greatly reducing the carbon footprint of your home and helping the environment.
Types of Insulation
Blown-in InsulationLoose-fill or blown-in insulation is one of the most common types of insulation and works exactly how it sounds. It is blown into a wall cavity or designated space using special equipment. It is very efficient in reducing heating costs.
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Batts and Rolls InsulationAlso known as blanket insulation, batts and rolls insulation is ideal for spaces that are free of obstructions. It sort of resembles a blanket and is laid out flat and fitted between joists, studs, and beams. Blanket insulation can be used for floors, ceilings, and unfinished walls.
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Foam InsulationSpray foam insulation is uniquely capable of thoroughly sealing holes and cracks in your attic or crawl space. ... Spray foam insulation creates a powerful airtight seal that has shown to be 24 times less permeable to air infiltration than other types of insulation. The most efficient method in retaining heat.
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