Attic Insulation Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec was frustrated after hiring other contractors to insulate his attic, without successful results. The insulation was always quickly deteriorating, causing humidity, drafts, mold, and high Hydro bills.

Our team removed the old insulation, sealed all air leaks with our ZypFoam spray foam, then blew in TruSoft cellulose insulation up to reach the thermal R-value of 60.

The problem: This client from Saint-Sauveur was feeling that his rooms on the top floor were pretty cold during the winter and really hot during the summer. Plus, on his roof, there was a good amount of ice. So, the client knew there was a problem and he decided to contact us. After this, one of our certified comfort specialists from System Econergie went to his home to evaluate the situation. After the inspection, our specialist found two majors problems in the client attic. First, there was some mold on some joists and the existing fiberglass was old he didn't have enough. 

The solution: We have started by removing the mold that we found with our mold remover Mold-X2. After this being done, we had removed all of the old fiberglass and replaced it with our TruSoft cellulose fiber. We have put over 16 inches to reach an R60 value. After our intervention, this client from Saint-Sauveur has now a well-isolated attic, more comfortable rooms, and a reduced electricity bill regarding his heating and climatization fees. 

Our client in Saint-Lazare, Quebec, contacted us about concerns with their attic's condition before winter. After inspecting the attic, we discovered excessive humidity and air leaks, which were compromising the home’s energy efficiency and increasing heating costs. We addressed the issue by removing the old insulation, sealing air leaks, and installing TruSoft cellulose insulation to ensure optimal energy efficiency and protection against moisture.

Our client in Sainte-Anne-Des-Lacs, had concerns in his attic. In fact, he entered his attic and felt an uncomfortable heat. Additionally, he noticed a damaged section of his existing insulation. Our specialist explained client that this heat is one of the consequences of air leaks from multiple sources such as the space around the chimney, recessed lighting fixtures, and holes for wires and pipes. Similarly, air leaks will cause uncomfortable cold during the winter months. This results in irritating drafts within the house, necessitating excessive use of heating and cooling systems, which in turn will result in higher Hydro bills.

Our solution consisted in removing the old insulation, sealing all sources of air leaks, and installing the new insulation. 

Our client was very satisfied with the results, as well as the entire process followed by our team.

The problem

Mrs. Hanley had an attic that wasn't enough insulated. There were less than 10 in. of cellulose fibers in her attic which was equivalent to an R-38 value. The air circulation was almost non-existent which made the attic very humid.

The solution

Remove the cellulose, seal air leaks on the attic floor such as seams and holes with our polyurethane foam, add ventilation mats to improve air circulation, and then blow a little over 16" of cellulose fibers.