Donald S. of Newtown, CT called Dr. Energy Saver of Connecticut about a discomfort in his home during these hot summer months. We sent out one of our best Home Energy Specialists, Steve Machnicz, who studied every inch of the attic and located problematic areas throughout the home that could be the culprits of their home losing conditioned air. He communicated with the homeowner about their attic being improperly insulated with fiberglass batts and the air ducts leaking their conditioned air into the attic and being warmed by the hot air in the space. He also noted that the garage had an uninsulated ceiling that was making the room above incredibly hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The homeowner and Steve worked out a few fool-proof solutions that will make his home much more comfortable and energy efficient
The homeowner couldn’t be happier with his home’s transformation and is looking forward to increased comfort and future savings!
Improperly Installed Insulation
This attic was improperly insulated with fiberglass batts insulation and their air ducts were leaking conditioned air into the attic. This makes it harder for air conditioning systems to control the temperature in your living spaces.
Compromised Fiberglass Batts Insulation
Fiberglass batts insulation was used to insulate the soffit in this home. They are compressed and absorbing moisture, which dramatically decreases their insulating abilities.
Blown TruSoft Cellulose Insulation
The crew then installed TruSoft blown cellulose insulation. It acts as an effecting insulating blanket in your attic and is completely mold and pest resistant.
