Attic Insulation & Air Sealing Services in Mercier, QC

A homeowner in Mercier, QC was concerned about his attic, which exhibited persistent humidity. This was causing a bad smell all around the attic. The owner removed the current insulation as he was trying to fix the issue himself, but he discovered multiple mold spores. Thus, he preferred consulting an expert. After contacting us, our specialist conducted a free and comprehensive inspection. During the inspection, he identified that air leaks in the attic were causing the excess humidity and subsequent mold growth. These air leaks were traced to several sources, including gaps around the chimney, recessed lighting fixtures, and holes to insert the wires and pipes.

Our specialist detailed to the homeowner that merely adding insulation wouldn't suffice. Instead, achieving optimal attic performance necessitates comprehensive air sealing, coupled with the installation of sufficient insulation to meet regional thermal value recommendations.

To address these issues, removing the old insulation was the first thing to do, and it was already done by the owner. In fact, this step aims to facilitate the identification and sealing of all air leaks, as well as treating areas affected by mold. Contaminated surfaces would be meticulously cleaned to neutralize mold, and new cellulose insulation, which is both fire-resistant and mold-resistant, would be installed throughout the attic to achieve an R60 thermal value.

These measures would ensure consistent indoor temperatures, enhance energy efficiency, and prevent moisture accumulation, thereby providing a healthier and more comfortable living environment for the homeowner.

A homeowner in Mercier, QC was concerned about his attic, which had persistent humidity and an unpleasant odor. After contacting us, our specialist visited the site for a free and comprehensive inspection. During the inspection, he discovered that air leaks in the attic were causing the excess humidity and mold growth. In reality, these air leaks were coming from several sources, including the space around the chimney, recessed lighting fixtures, and wire and pipe passages.

Our specialist took the time to explain in detail to the homeowner that it wasn't just a matter of adding insulation. Instead, a perfectly insulated attic involves sealing all air leaks in the attic, along with installing a sufficient amount of insulation to achieve a thermal value that meets regional recommendations. The incomplete insulation of his attic was forcing the heating and cooling systems to work harder to maintain a comfortable temperature in the house. This resulted in high Hydro bills and uncomfortable drafts.

To address these issues, we recommended removing the old insulation in order to identify and seal all air leaks and treat the mold-affected areas. The contaminated surfaces would be carefully cleaned to neutralize the mold, and then new cellulose insulation, which is fire-resistant and mold-resistant, would be installed throughout the attic to achieve an R60 thermal value.

These measures would ensure consistent temperatures throughout the house and prevent moisture proliferation, providing a healthier and more comfortable environment for the homeowner.

A homeowner in Mercier, QC was concerned with a damp attic with an unpleasant odor and inadequate insulation through. After reaching out to us via social media, our specialist visited for a free inspection. He found that air leaks were causing excess humidity and mold growth. In fact, air leaks in the attic have several sources such as the space around the chimney, recessed lighting fixtures, and wire and pipe passages. Our specialist explained that a poorly insulated attic forces heating and cooling systems to work harder, resulting in high Hydro bills and uncomfortable drafts. We suggested removing the old insulation to identify and seal all air leaks and treat mold spots. The contaminated surfaces would be cleaned to neutralize mold, and new cellulose insulation, which is fire-resistant and mold-resistant, would be installed throughout the attic to achieve an R60 thermal value. These measures would ensure consistent temperatures and prevent moisture proliferation.