Attic Insulation for Energy Efficiency
This homeowner called us to insulate their attic. When an attic is not insulated and air sealed properly, home comfort is sacrificed and energy efficiency is lost. The result is high heating and cooling costs, uncomfortable rooms, and uneven temperatures throughout your home.
SilverGlo Insulation Panels
SilverGlo rigid foam insulation panels were installed on the vertical walls of the attic. With SilverGlo, outside ventilation air is kept outside the attic space and the integral radiant barrier further reduces heating and cooling costs.
Air Sealing the SilverGlo seams
All of the SilverGlo seams and gaps were sealed with expanding foam insulation to further prevent energy loss.
Air Sealing the Floor
After foam sealing all of the gaps, holes and spaces in the floor, plywood barriers were put up to create a boundary between the walkway and where the insulation will be blown.
Air Sealing the Ductwork
Sealing around the ductwork is important, too, as they are inherently leaky and inefficient. Air loss from your ducts makes your HVAC system less efficient. We use our expanding foam insulation for this part of the job, as well.
Finishing touches
Attention to detail is part of what we do! This Dr. Energy Saver of Connecticut team member is putting in the final finishing touches before the next stage of insulating begins.
Air Sealing is Complete
With the air sealing complete, the insulation meter is put in place in preparation for the cellulose insulation to be blown in.
Insulating the Attic Flooring.
SilverGlo insulation underneath the floor decking is an efficient way to insulate while preserving walking and storage spaces.
Insulating the Hatch Door
Attic hatch pull down stairs, when closed, leak a LOT of air that you paid to heat from your home to the vented attic. Dr. Energy Saver's solution is our exclusive David Lewis Hatch Cover. Made from lightweight SilverGlo, it will rest right over the stairs to stop leakage and insulate that space.
Blowing in Cellulose
Cellulose insulation is the superior choice for attics in four main ways: its level of effectiveness, its quick installation, its high safety rating, and the fact that it is environmentally friendly.
Cellulose Insulation
In addition to offering a superior R-Value over fiberglass batts, cellulose won't compress or be damaged by pests. It is mold resistant, environmentally friendly and is Class-1 fire safety rated! When all was said and done, these homeowners could look forward to a more comfortable and energy efficient home, thanks to the Dr. Energy Saver of Connecticut team!
