Dave Hoh's Home Comfort & Energy Experts Before & After Photos

Our crew installed a SuperDeck for a homeowner in Fair Haven, NJ, and discovered that the bathroom exhaust hose or duct was neither insulated nor venting correctly. The exhaust was directed into the soffit, but the duct or hose was crushed, preventing proper ventilation. We replaced the damaged duct or hose with an insulated one and ensured it was correctly connected to a vent hood through the roof or gable end wall. This prevents moisture buildup, mold growth, and rot in the soffits or roof rafters. By keeping moisture out of the attic, we’re improving the home’s health and indoor air quality.

In Fair Haven, NJ, during a crawl space inspection, we found mold growth caused by outside air leaking into the vented crawl space, creating excessive moisture and humidity. This elevated humidity leads to mold forming on surfaces such as house framing, subfloors, ducts, or wet insulation. After removing contaminated fiberglass insulation, we sealed crawl space vents with SilverGlo foam blocks and foam sealant. We then applied SilverGlo foam boards to foundation walls, spray foamed exposed rim joists, and installed a CleanSpace encapsulation liner. Finally, we treated the affected area with Mold X2 stain remover and fogged the entire crawl space with Mold X2 botanical to prevent future mold growth. Considering that up to 70% of indoor air can originate from crawl spaces via the stack effect, addressing these issues is crucial for healthier indoor air quality.

While inspecting this home in Little Silver, NJ, we discovered that the attic was not properly air-sealed, and the supply and return ducts were leaking conditioned air. Additionally, the existing insulation was inadequate to effectively insulate the attic and the home. To address these issues, we encapsulated and sealed the ducts using SilverGlo foam boards to eliminate air leaks and to protect them from the summer heat. Next, we air-sealed the attic floor and constructed wooden retaining walls to contain blown-in TruSoft cellulose insulation to R-60. We also created catwalks for easy access to the mechanicals. As a result, this homeowner now enjoys a more comfortable home with improved energy efficiency.

In Little Silver, NJ, a homeowner was dealing with poor attic insulation that led to discomfort, energy waste, and unusable storage space. We solved the problem by installing a SuperAttic system, which moves the insulation barrier to the roofline, creating a more stable, conditioned attic environment. This upgrade not only made the space suitable for storage but also improved comfort throughout the home and lowered energy bills through better insulation and ventilation.

Fed up with sweltering summers and frigid winters, a homeowner in Little Silver, NJ, wanted both relief from extreme temperatures and functional attic storage space. We installed our SuperDeck system, creating proper storage conditions while properly insulating the home. After sealing the attic floor and repairing any leaky ducts or trunk connections, we added 4-inch SilverGlo foam boards and installed plywood over the SilverGlo boards, meticulously sealing every seam and gap for maximum efficiency. Wooden retaining walls were installed, and TruSoft cellulose insulation was blown in to achieve an optimal R-60 value. The result a well insulated attic with storage space, lower energy bills, and year-round comfort.