Mrs. Develter contacted Systèmes Éconergie because she felt that her attic was not well insulated. Actually following our free inspection, there were only 6 in of insulation. Lack of insulation in the attic causes heated or cooled air to escape faster, hence higher energy costs.
The solution was to remove the old insulation, seal the joints with our polyurethane foam to eliminate air leaks, insulate the metal chimney by sealing the stump with metal flashing, caulking it, and wrapping it with Rock Wool, adding ventilation mats, and finally blowing 16 in’ of cellulose fibers.