Before & After Photos

Removal of insulation and blown in cellulose 

This single family home in Market Common was built in 2003. This home had blown insulation that was up to code (code means the minimum). Carolina Energy Conservation took out the old insulation and removed it from the property. We then came in to blow in new cellulose insulation. This insulation is made of recycled newspapers and treated with a special chemical that keeps the bugs and critters away. Before the new insulation was blown in the team sealed all of the can lights and electrical penetrations. After the blown in cellulose the homeowner reported the home was much more comfortable and he wished he had done this sooner. 

Carolina Energy Conservation was called to take a look at this single family home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The homeowner was courteous about the insulation removal process. He was not able to get into his attic space. He asked the team to take photos and update him. The team takes photos through out the installation. They were more than happy to share the photos they took with the homeowner. 

When the homeowner looked up photos of attic insulation he saw before and after photos. He wanted to see everything In between. The first photo is the before photo and the second photo is the progress photo. He said this photo was helpful and gave him a full understanding of what to expect. 

Living next to the marsh in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is the sweet coastal life. For coastal home foundations, there are preventative measures needed in order to live in such a humid area. First is ground water management. Our CleanSpace™ System addresses the mitigating groundwater intrusion. We install 4" perforated drainage pipe w/silt sock along the perimeter of crawl space and then install a drainage matting over the floor of the crawl space. The SmartSump and 15 ft. of discharge to prevent mold, rot and odors in the crawl space.

Second step is prevent cupping of wood floors. We suggest installing the Cleanspace encapsulation system that includes a custom-fitted vapor barrier, designed to mitigate airborne moisture and particulates. Cleanspace is not a waterproofing membrane, and does not offer protection from standing water. We install a dehumidifier, clean out/prep the crawl space, wrap piers, install a new access panel with weather stripping and secure it with toggle bolts.  

If you are looking to extend the life of your coastal home that has a crawl space, have us come do a free inspection to make sure you have the preventative measures in place to enjoy your home for years. 

This Charleston homeowner hired an interior designer to transform her home into her dream living space, but noticeable mold around the A/C vents needed to be addressed first. Knowing Carolina Energy Conservation’s expertise in mold remediation, the designer requested a free energy evaluation. The assessment revealed that encapsulating the ductwork and crawlspace would resolve the mold issue while improving energy efficiency. Encapsulating the A/C ducts reduced condensation and ensured balanced airflow throughout the home, while crawlspace encapsulation improved air quality and addressed standing water concerns. Carolina Energy Conservation also added a dehumidifier to prevent any further moisture issues within the crawlspace and make sure the crawlspace would be issue free for years to come. The project was completed in just a few business days, helping the homeowner move one step closer to her dream home while saving money along the way.