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During our free home evaluation in Red Bank, NJ, we found the air handler and ductwork in the kneewall were leaky, under-insulated, and not air sealed—while the kneewall itself was also improperly insulated. This combination allowed radiant heat to build up and warm the conditioned air inside the ducts, forcing the HVAC system to work harder, run longer, and create uneven temperatures and uncomfortable rooms throughout the home. We inspect the entire home to identify the root cause of comfort and efficiency issues, then recommend the right solutions based on our findings and the homeowner’s needs. We fix uncomfortable homes!

During our free home evaluation in Red Bank, NJ, we pulled back the existing fiberglass insulation and discovered the attic had never been properly air sealed. Before adding insulation, we need to address air leaks around the top plates, wall plates, cracks, gaps, and wire and pipe penetrations. Without air sealing, conditioned air the homeowner is paying for can escape into the attic through these openings. Leaving these areas unsealed can be like leaving a window cracked open 4–6 inches all year long.

We are in this homeowner’s crawl space located at Brick, NJ. Normally, we place the Sedona on the floor on a stand, but the circumstances called for the dehumidifier to be hung. Removing moisture from "damp" air in a basement or crawl space can help insulation function more effectively while also helping to prevent mold, wood rot, and metal corrosion. This system will create better indoor air quality and a healthier home!

A homeowner in Belmar, NJ had issues with their front porch being too cold. We found their front porch poorly insulated. Our crew solved the owners issue by dense-packing the exterior walls and porch’s roof. During our inspection we also found large gaps in the framing of the porch windows. Our customer actually got so fed up being cold they inserted fiberglass insulation in between the gaps of the framed windows. By weatherizing or air sealing the porch windows, we will help prevent or eliminate outside air from leaking or seeping into the gaps of the window frames. We use our orange ZypFoam sealant to air seal the gaps and seams of the window frames. Finally, we shave off the excess foam so we never see any of the insulation. This homeowner now has an air sealed or weatherized porch that is properly insulated. Our customer now enjoys a more comfortable and energy efficient house.

During our free home energy audit in Belmar, NJ, we noticed the homeowner's attic was significantly under-insulated. Given the sparse insulation, it's no surprise the homeowner experiences discomfort throughout New Jersey's changing seasons. Our team recommends air sealing, installing TruSoft cellulose insulation in the attic, and using baffles for proper ventilation. We offer various other solutions tailored to each homeowner's needs, all aimed at enhancing comfort and energy efficiency with tangible results.

During a free home evaluation in Belmar, NJ, we discovered leaky ducts and connections in the attic that were causing significant energy loss and driving up the homeowner’s utility bills. The supply duct was leaking conditioned air into the unconditioned attic, while the return duct was drawing in unconditioned attic air, leading to inconsistent indoor temperatures and poor air quality. By properly sealing the ducts, connections, and attic, we can help this homeowner reduce energy waste, lower their bills, and enjoy a more comfortable, healthier, and efficient home.

This home in Belmar, NJ is showing clear telltale signs of the stack effect. During our free home evaluation, we found unsealed rim joists and sill plates in the crawl space, allowing outside air to leak into the home. Thermal imaging revealed cold air moving up through the walls and being drawn into the attic, where we also discovered inadequate insulation, poor storage coverage, leaky lights, and a lack of proper air sealing. The attic top plates, recessed lights, and wire penetrations are major leakage points, and as air escapes at the top, it pulls in an equal amount from below. By air sealing the attic first, we can reduce the stack effect—preventing cold air from being drawn in while heated air escapes. As shown in these photos, air enters through the rim joists, travels up the walls, and exits through the attic, wasting energy, raising utility bills, and causing uncomfortable temperature fluctuations throughout the home. If you’re experiencing similar issues, give us a call to improve your comfort and lower your energy costs.

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.