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In Sea Girt, NJ we have a homeowner with poor insulation in the attic. We can see exposed fiberglass insulation that is doing next to nothing to insulate the attic. Also the attic is not air sealed which means air the owner is paying for is leaking into the attic. After removing the old insulation we created retaining walls and a new decking. Dense-packing underneath the new decking with our TruSoft cellulose insulation will allow a catwalk and storage area for the owner. Finally we blew-in TruSoft cellulose insulation to an R-Value of R-60. This homeowner now has a more comfortable and energy efficient home.

Upon inspecting the attic of this homeowner in Sea Girt, NJ, we discovered that the floor was not properly air sealed. Without air sealing, warm air from the homes conditioned space escapes into the attic during winter, needlessly heating the attic and increasing energy bills. This also leads to discomfort in colder months. In summer, the attic can reach temperatures over 140 degrees Fahrenheit, and without proper air sealing, this heat infiltrates the indoor space as hot air seeps through gaps in the attic floor. Upon examining these images, we can observe gaps in the floor that are approximately 1/2 inch wide, including gaps around the pipe and several open drill holes. To solve these issues, we use ZypFoam sealant to seal top plates, sill plates, and any exposed holes or gaps in the attic floor before insulation. This process creates a more effective thermal barrier between the attic and conditioned living space. By air sealing the attic, we significantly enhance comfort and energy efficiency in this home.

During our free inspection of a crawl space in Sea Girt, NJ, we discovered inadequate insulation. The foundational exterior walls lack insulation, and the porous cinderblock walls allows air to infiltrate, potentially leading to moisture issues and discomfort throughout the house due to the "stack effect." Additionally, the rim joists are unsealed, contributing to cold floors. To remedy these issues, we installed SilverGlo rigid foam boards on the crawl space's exterior walls to create a thermal barrier, preventing outside air infiltration. Sealing the rim joists with spray foam will further enhance insulation and comfort. Finally, we recommend encapsulating the crawl space floor with a 20 mil thick CleanSpace liner featuring Ultrafresh anti-microbial properties to improve indoor air quality. We're improving comfort and energy efficiency in New Jersey homes, one house at a time.

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.

The basement and small crawl space of a homeowner in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, are afflicted by insufficient insulation and air leakage, resulting in cold floors, discomfort, and increased energy costs. Upon examination of the exposed exterior basement walls, it's evident that they lack insulation to prevent air infiltration through the porous cinder block walls. Without proper sealing of the rim joists, the homeowner will continue to experience drafts, cold floors, and various other issues stemming from inadequate air sealing. Upon inspection of the small crawl space, we identified the same issues. Want to know how we can enhance the comfort of your home? It's simple! With our expertise in building science and premium materials, we can make this home—or any home—more comfortable and energy-efficient. Just ask us how.

During an inspection of a crawl space in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, we found uninsulated walls and old, leaky windows. The porous cinderblock walls show signs of moisture and air infiltration, and the windows provide no benefits. Our team can address these issues by installing SilverGlo foam blocks over the windows and sealing them with expanding foam. We'll then insulate the walls with SilverGlo foam boards and spray foam the rim joists to complete the sealing and insulation of the crawl space.

During a recent free home evaluation in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, we found that the attic had inadequate insulation. Our team identified several bare spots with little to no insulation. Further inspection showed that the attic was not properly air sealed, with gaps of a quarter inch or more along the top plates, allowing conditioned air to escape back into the attic. This lack of insulation and air sealing not only wastes energy and raises the homeowner’s bills but also creates an uncomfortable living environment. Our goal is to help homeowners reduce energy costs while improving comfort and indoor air quality.

In Little Silver, NJ, a homeowner was struggling with uncomfortable second-floor rooms. We found that the interior wall between the attached garage and living space had inadequate insulation. This poor insulation allowed conditioned air to escape into the attic, while hot or cold attic air seeped into the home, causing the second floor to become hot in summer and drafty in winter. This is a common issue in homes with attached garages, where homeowners unknowingly end up paying to condition their garage attic. If you’re seeking improved comfort and lower energy bills, contact us today—we can help.

A homeowner in Red Bank, NJ had a bedroom that was too cold in the winter and too hot in the summer. They also had other rooms in the house that were uncomfortably cold and drafty or hot depending on the season. Our team inspected the owner’s attic and found older fiberglass insulation with a complex Kneewall system. The attic Kneewall and other Kneewall that wrapped around two rooms were completely lacking the proper insulation. We first sealed the rim joists in both Kneewalls by using spray foam to eliminate the outside air from leaking into the rooms or house. Our SilverGlo foam insulation is then installed under the rafters up the Kneewall and sealed at the seams with our orange ZypFoam sealant. The purpose of our SilverGlo foam insulation is to reflect the roofs heat out during the summer and house heat back in during the winter. After finishing the Kneewalls our team moved back into the main attic area to spray foam the rim joists. Then we installed our Foamax insulation boards on the underside of the roof deck to create a thermal barrier. Using our orange ZypFoam sealant our crew sealed the gaps and seems of the Foamax insulation and air sealed the attic. Finally we dense pack behind the Foamax, blowing-in our TruSoft Cellulose insulation in between the joist bay walls. Our customer now enjoys a comfortable house and lower fuel/electric bills.