QuietCool Stealth Pro 5.5 Installation in 1900 Sq. Ft. Home in Fresno, CA
Terri contacted us because her house felt hot and stuffy during the summer, and she wanted to see if we would be able to install a whole house fan for her. When we inspected her attic, we found that we would be able to install the whole house fan, but we also saw that her insulation was extremely low — only about 2-3 inches, well below the 14 inches recommended by Energy Star. We determined that we could upgrade her insulation and install the whole house fan to help keep Terri’s home cool and comfortable.
We began by blowing in premium, fiberglass insulation to bring the attic to the recommended R38 level of resistance to heat transfer. Simultaneously, we located the ideal spot for the fan and installed it. We also air-sealed visible leakage points using closed-cell foam in order to prevent air from traveling between the attic and the living spaces of the home.
As a result of the insulation upgrade and whole house fan installation, Terri will enjoy a cooler, more comfortable house during summer, reduced cooling costs by up to 90%, and reduced heating costs during winter. Her indoor air quality will also be greatly improved. She will experience these benefits for as long as she lives in that home.