Attic Insulation Before & After Photos

A homeowner in Saint-Stanislas-De-Kostka, Quebec, was worried about the situation within his attic. During our inspection, our specialist identified significant degradation of the existing insulation during to air leaks, compounded by the presence of mold spores within the wood structure. To rectify this, we first removed the compromised insulation, followed by sealing all air leaks using our ZypFoam solution to ensure an airtight barrier. After effectively eliminating mold spores with Mold-X2, we proceeded with the installation of 17 inches of TruSoft cellulose insulation, which provides an R60 thermal resistance value.

A homeowner contacted us regarding issues with cold air infiltration and elevated energy consumption, which indicated a deficiency in the attic’s thermal insulation. Upon thorough inspection, we identified the existing insulation as inadequate, and further detected mold growth on the wooden rafters and underneath the insulation layer, attributed to insufficient ventilation and moisture entrapment.

To address these deficiencies, we commenced by removing the compromised insulation to expose the full extent of air leakage points. We applied Mold-X2, a specialized mold treatment, to completely eradicate the spores from the wooden structure. Subsequently, we used ZypFoam to precisely seal all air leaks, effectively preventing future energy loss and air drafts. Finally, we installed 17 inches of TruSoft cellulose insulation, achieving a thermal resistance value of R60. This upgrade significantly enhanced the attic’s energy efficiency, providing improved thermal regulation and moisture protection. The homeowner expressed satisfaction with the resulting increase in home comfort and the anticipated reduction in energy expenses.

The problem

Mr. Cadieux contacted Systèmes Éconergie because he had no insulation in his attic. He also felt a difference in the temperature of the rooms in the house, some were colder and some were warmer, which made his house feel uncomfortable.

The solution

Remove the fiberglass insulation, seal all air leaks on the attic floor with expanded foam, add vents for better ventilation and blow out just over 16” of cellulose fibers.

Our client had not inspected their attic for a long time and was sure there were problems. Our specialist explained to the client that this was a consequence of air leaks from multiple sources, such as the space around the chimney, recessed lighting fixtures, and holes for wires and pipes. The result was an annoying draft within the house.

We removed the old insulation and sealed all the air leaks. Then, we blew our TruSoft cellulose insulation throughout the attic to achieve an R60 thermal value.

During a recent attic insulation project, we discovered that the old insulation was concealing mold spores, which posed a serious health risk and contributed to poor air quality. Our team carefully removed the contaminated insulation and treated the area to eliminate all mold spores. After ensuring the attic was mold-free, we installed our TruSoft cellulose insulation, achieving a thermal value of R60. This not only improved the home's energy efficiency but also ensured a healthier living environment for the homeowners.