Before & After Photos

The problem

The attic’s insulation of Mr. Gagnon's house was insufficient. There were only 10 in. and less fiberglass mats, which was equivalent to an R-25 value. This made her home uncomfortable, rooms were often too hot in summer and too cold in winter, and her house’s energy costs were very high.

The solution

Reinsulate the attic to achieve an R-60 value and thus make the house more comfortable and energy efficient.

We sealed all the air leaks on the attic floor, insulated the duct system as well as the chimney and insulated the vertical wall separating two attic levels. Then we installed vents all the way through the soffits and then blew just over 16” of cellulose fiber.

A homeowner in Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, QC, was increasingly worried as winter approached, facing significant humidity problems in their attic. The space was plagued by a persistent odor and insufficient insulation, raising concerns about the impact on both comfort and heating bills during the colder months. Our specialist discovered several sources of air infiltration, particularly around recessed lighting and where wires and pipes entered the attic. These issues led to excessive humidity buildup, creating a perfect environment for mold growth.

To resolve these issues, we removed the old, inadequate insulation and sealed all identified air infiltration points. The areas affected by mold were thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to eliminate any traces of contamination. We then installed new cellulose insulation, achieving an R60 thermal resistance, which ensured stable indoor temperatures and optimal energy efficiency. This comprehensive solution not only prevented future humidity and mold problems but also provided the homeowner with peace of mind as winter approached.

Problem

Mr. Lebel had his attic inspected by a Réno climat inspector in order to obtain a grant to re-insulate his attic. The current thermal R value of his attic was R17. The inspector recommended the insulation with a value of at least R50.

Solution

Remove the old wool insulation to seal the sources of air leaks present on the attic floor, add ventilation mats in the soffits and then blow a little more than 16 in’ of cellulose. This complete attic insulation solution provides the customer with an R60 value for their attic and ensures maximum comfort in their home.

The problem

Mrs. Barnes bought a new house in Longueuil and following our inspection she had to re-insulate the attic to improve the ventilation and the effectiveness of the insulation. The lack of ventilation caused a lot of humidity in the attic which created mold on the wood and led it to get rotten.

The solution

- Seal all air leaks in the attic. With our expanded polyurethane foam, we seal the joints and holes on the floor in order to eliminate air leaks.

- Seal and insulate recessed lights with boxes.

- Add vents to allow controlled ventilation in the attic and prevent air from coming into contact with the insulation.

- Blow a little over 16” of cellulose fibers. Highly effective, safe, and environmentally friendly insulation!

A homeowner from Saint-Lin-Laurentides, Quebec, reached out to us regarding excessive humidity and air leaks in their attic, which posed energy efficiency risks and potential mold growth. After an inspection by our specialist, we removed the old insulation, sealed the air leaks with ZypFoam, and installed 16 inches of TruSoft cellulose insulation with an R60 value. These improvements significantly enhanced the attic's energy efficiency, ensuring better heat retention and preventing future moisture-related issues.