The owner of this gorgeous post and beam home said the heating costs were well out of the expected range and the drafts were uncomfortable. Baseline blower door and infrared testing showed lots of air leaks behind the vertical corner posts and at the transition from wall to cathedral ceiling. It turns ouPhotos below.
This relatively tight home still showed cold spots and air leaks through the thermal envelope during the blower door and infrared scanning tests. Rigid foam board was added under a cantilevered floor and foam gaskets were installed behind switch plate and outlet covers. Photos below.
Did you know that many of the pathways for air leakage in and out of your home are the same pathways favored by rodents? We were asked to seal up around baseboards to thwart mice in a triple-decker and discovered openings from the living space directly into the uninsulated exterior walls. Photos below.
The attic spaces of an antique home hide many secrets that allow air leakage that cause drafts and high energy bills. AirSealing and insulation and attic sealing go hand in hand. There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to contact us today. Photos below.
1950's ranch with raised dormer in the rear. The first floor exterior walls were uninsulated so we removed clapboard, drilled through the sheathing and dense packed cellulose. Next week we will finish the kneewall and upper attic airsealing and insulation. These steps to reduce air leakage and attic sealing are key to a comfortable home. We prefer doing all insulation the same day, but the homeowner requested we do the walls first so their painter could paint the house. There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about us. We hope you enjoy our site and take a moment to contact us today. Photos below.
At AirSealing America, LLC, we are committed to providing you with the best airsealing and insulation services in the industry. Our certified professional uses top-of-the-line equipment and materials to reduce air leakage throughout your home and ensure your complete satisfaction. Attic sealing isn't all we do, though. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation!
The exterior wall opens directly into the attic; we had to cut the floor to seal it up tight. Solid blocking and spray foam are a great way to seal up the gaps and seal in the savings.
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