When to DIY vs. When to Hire a Pro for Attic Mold Treatment in Seattle
The heavy Seattle rains in the fall increase the potential moisture lingering in your attic, leading to mold growth. It’s well known that mold in
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There are two primary ways to install foam insulation in homes. Spray foam is applied as a liquid to exterior walls that are in direct contact with exterior areas and don’t have enclosed spaces within them for layers of insulation. Crawlspaces and attics are typical targets of spray foam insulation, which expands after application by as much as 100 times its volume. Insulation is literally injected through the wall surface, where it fills in closed cavities and cracks, forms around pipes and wires, and covers all of the gaps and crevices. At Attic Projects Company, our spray foam and injection foam insulation is:
A few tell-tale signs that your house needs to have its insulation replaced or upgraded, whether through injection or spray-foam application.
Higher utility bills. If HVAC costs are spiraling upward in your energy bill, it might be a sign that your insulation is no longer helping to keep your home warm or cold enough.
Hard-to-control home temperatures. If managing your thermostat settings for ideal home temperature is getting to be a constant problem, poor insulation may be the culprit.
Vast temperature differences from room to room. If one bedroom in your home is a lot warmer or colder than another room, your insulation may need to be serviced.
Cheaper utility bills. Spray foam and injected insulation make it easier to cool and/or heat your house, lowering utility bills.
Better indoor temperatures. By preventing air leakage through small gaps, injected insulation and spray foam insulation keep home temperatures warmer in winter and cooler in summer.
Reduces carbon footprint. Insulation doesn’t require outside energy sources to work, which means it has no detrimental effects on the environment.
Easy installation. Injected insulation is applied through sparse, discreet holes drilled into the wall that are easily patched up and cleaned once the installation is over. There’s far less mess or cleanup than with other options.
Long-lasting. When properly installed, foam insulation can last for as long as most families are likely to live in their home — usually at least 30 years, but potentially 50 or even longer.
For the most part, injection and spray foam insulation use the same base material. They both apply insulation that serves as an air sealant to make your home’s air more comfortable and clean.
There are differences in how the insulating foam is applied. For insulation injection, less prep work is involved. Crews simply drill a few holes in walls, inject the insulation with special tools, then close and clean them up.
With the somewhat more invasive spray foam, crews must remove any old traces of fiberglass and cellulose before applying the insulation. They must also move any furnishings and belongings around and cover them in plastic.
Attic Projects insulates Seattle attics and crawl spaces. Our techs will help you determine your insulation needs and provide a cost effective, safe and energy efficient solution. Call Attic Projects for a free estimate.
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At Attic Projects, the cost to insulate a crawl space varies depending on the size of the space being insulated, the type of insulation chosen and any additional services required. We can give you a personalized quote after we assess your needs during your free consultation.
For attic or crawl space insulation, the type of insulation recommended often depends on climate, budget and specific needs. We offer many types of insulation including blown-in or loose-fill, batt and rolls, foam board and reflective. In California and Washington where the climate is different we may recommend specific types to regulate indoor temperatures.
Whether existing insulation needs to be removed before new insulation depends on its condition. If the existing insulation is damaged, contaminated or outdated removal may be necessary to ensure the new insulation performs optimally. During our free consultation we assess the condition of existing insulation so we can recommend removal whenever necessary so new insulation will last for decades to come.
While not required by code, we highly recommend insulation between ceilings and floors for energy efficiency and sound control. At Attic Projects we assess the unique insulation needs of each space. We can provide solutions for your space to increase energy efficiency and comfort.
We doubt that you’ll need us again, but if you do — we got you covered.
*Insulation materials qualify for our 20 Year Warranty
We doubt that you’ll need us again, but if you do — we got you covered.
*Insulation materials qualify for our 20 Year Warranty
Rodents are a nightmare for any homeowner. They can lower the value of your home by causing serious damage, foul odors, and extensively unsanitary conditions. They also pose a significant health risk to you and your family by spreading disease and causing illness. The last thing you want is to waste your time removing rodents, only to have them move right back in. At Attic Projects, we not only humanely remove the rodents and pests from your home, but we also rodent-proof your home so they can’t come back. In order to keep the pests and rodents out permanently, you have to close up every entry point that they may squeeze into. Call Attic Projects today to get your free estimate.
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