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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.

Attic entrances, such as hatches or pull-down stairs, can allow conditioned air to escape into the attic. This example from Sea Girt, NJ shows how radiant heat can also seep into the home. During our walkthroughs or free home evaluations, we use thermal imaging to pinpoint these types of problem areas. In this case, captured at the start of summer, the imaging clearly shows radiant heat at the attic entrance. Gaps around the attic hatch allow conditioned air to escape into the attic, wasting energy and increasing heating and cooling costs. With energy bills already high in New Jersey, homeowners shouldn’t have to pay extra due to preventable air leaks. We can solve this issue by sealing the hatch frame and installing a David Lewis Hatch Cover, which creates a tight seal and reflects radiant heat, keeping conditioned air inside the home and helping reduce energy costs.

Our customer complained their house in Spring Lake, NJ, had cold and drafty rooms. The homeowner stated that their house was too cold during the winters. Also the homeowner suggested during windy conditions the house would become even more uncomfortable. Many older homes like this 100 year old house were built with no insulation in the exterior walls. Nearly all walls leak air, insulated or not, causing drafts. The cold wall surface cools interior air which then sinks and travels across the floor and up the warmer interior wall, and across the ceiling back to the exterior wall. This is called a “convective loop” and makes rooms feel even draftier. Our solution must be to eliminate the convective loop by insulating the exterior walls. To accomplish this we must temporarily remove the siding of the house and drill small holes through the wall sheathing. Next we must fasten the fill tube by inserting it up and down into the small hole to dense pack the exterior wall cavities. We use our TruSoft Cellulose insulation to dense pack and insulate the exterior walls. Our Cellulose insulation is environmentally safe and is treated to be highly fire, mold and pest resistant. Finally, the holes are plugged and the siding is put back on the house exterior walls. The results of insulating the exterior walls are a less drafty, warmer, quieter and a lower fuel/electric bill.

During a free home energy audit in Spring Lake, NJ, we inspected the homeowner's attic for common insulation issues and leaks. We found that the attic was poorly ventilated, causing moisture buildup and dry rot on the roof rafters. After pulling back the exposed fiberglass insulation, we discovered that the attic was not air-sealed and had open drill holes and leaky can lights. The insulation was inadequate and had gaps. Additionally, the AC return plenum was uninsulated, and there was evidence of leaky ducts. These issues contribute to uncomfortable living conditions and high energy bills for homeowners. Our BPI-certified staff are trained to resolve all these problems.

We transformed an attic in Spring Lake, NJ, after the homeowner reported experiencing drafty rooms. Our inspection revealed that the attic had insufficient insulation and lacked proper air sealing, both major contributors to the issue. After sealing the attic, we installed TruSoft cellulose insulation to an optimal R-Value of R-60, creating a more comfortable and energy-efficient home for the homeowner.

During our complimentary home evaluation in Spring Lake, NJ, we discovered insufficient insulation and an unsealed attic in this lovely home. The front cantilevers were also under-insulated, leading to overheating in summer and chilly floors in winter. Additionally, rooms above the two-car garage suffered from temperature extremes throughout the seasons. These issues have left the homeowners uncomfortable and burdened with high energy costs. Our skilled team specializes in attic air sealing, insulating up to the optimal R-60 level, addressing cantilever insulation, and dense packing the garage ceiling. These solutions not only enhance comfort and lower energy bills but also promote healthier indoor air quality for a better living environment.

This attic in Spring Lake, NJ wasn’t air sealed and had insufficient insulation, leaving the homeowner chilly throughout the winter. During our free home evaluations, we often find hidden issues like leaky top plates and unsealed wire or pipe penetrations buried under existing insulation—problems that waste energy, drive up utility bills, and affect comfort year-round. Fortunately, homeowners in Monmouth and Ocean County can count on our expertise in comfort, efficiency, and indoor air quality to address these issues the right way, helping keep your home performing efficiently and your energy bills lower.

Examining a vented crawl space in Oceanport, NJ reveals several issues affecting home comfort. First, we can replace the crawl space door with an airtight, rustproof, and maintenance-free option. We also offer the Turtl access system, which provides the same preventative treatments as other access doors while ensuring easy entry and added security. Inside, vents need sealing to prevent water, debris, and fluctuating temperatures from entering the crawl space. We will install SilverGlo foam block boards in the vents and seal them with spray foam to block unwanted air and moisture. Additionally, we'll insulate the cinderblock walls with SilverGlo foam boards and spray foam the rim joists to improve energy efficiency and overall comfort.