Exposed Basement Rim Joists
Cold air is leaking into the basement through the exposed rim joists causing cold floors and drafty rooms.
Exposed Basement Walls & Rim Joists
The basement rim joists are exposed once more. Additionally, upon inspecting the cinder block walls, we notice they are also exposed, allowing cold air to seep through their porous surfaces.
Insulation Deficiencies and Gaps
On the first floor, we can see cooler air seeping up the walls through insulation gaps and deficiencies. These leaks may originate from the basement or simply result from insufficient insulation. Since the attic is not air-sealed, both conditioned and unconditioned air will rise through the house and escape into the attic, creating what's known as the stack effect.
Thermal Imaging Reveals Cold Floors and Potential Air Leaks
Using thermal imaging, we can identify cold floors and pinpoint where air leaks are occurring. In extreme cold, this could lead to frozen pipes, depending on the location of exterior walls and the bathroom. In this case, the homeowner was experiencing only cold floors.
Thermal Imaging Uncovers Cold Floors and Drafts in Kids' Bedroom
The thermal imaging reveals why the kids' bedroom might get too cold. This could be due to the room being on the second floor or above a garage, causing the floors to feel cold and drafty. It appears cold air is coming up from the floors and creeping up the walls into the attic. Once again, this could be caused by the stack effect, along with other insulation issues.
Insulation Deficiencies Allow Cold Air to Infiltrate Hallway and Home
The hallway faces an exterior wall, with the garage entrance to the right. We can see varying insulation deficiencies, allowing cold air to infiltrate the home and create uncomfortable living conditions.
Cold Air Leaks from Closet Kneewall, Affecting Home's Comfort
A small closet is leaking cold air from a kneewall, while air circulates through the home and rises to the attic.
Thermal Imaging Reveals Insulation Gaps and Air Leaks in Attic
The thermal imaging clearly shows insulation gaps in the attic of this second-floor room. The lights are allowing conditioned air to escape into the unconditioned attic space. Multiple leakage points are visible, all caused by an attic that isn't properly air-sealed. Once the attic is air-sealed, we can then properly insulate it.
