Insulation Upgrade to R38 with Air-Sealing in 1250 Sq. Ft. Home in Fresno, CA

Luke contacted Tyson Energy Solutions because his home was hot and uncomfortable during the scorching summer months in the Central Valley. His air conditioner was constantly running in an attempt to cool his home, but his house was just not able to retain the conditioned air. When we inspected his attic, we discovered that Luke’s attic had less than 4 inches of insulation present and was littered with roofing debris. Because his insulation was so low, we could see that there were many holes, gaps, and cracks where air was easily able to flow between his attic and his home’s living spaces. We determined that an insulation upgrade was the best option for Luke to achieve his goals of a more comfortable home and reduced cooling bills.

We began the insulation upgrade by air-sealing the visible leakage points using closed-cell foam. We then installed baffles to ensure that the vents in the attic would remain uncovered by the insulation once we blew it in. Proper ventilation is vital for allowing the attic to effectively exhaust the hot air outside of the home. Lastly, we blew in premium, fiberglass insulation to an R38 level.

As a result of the insulation upgrade we performed, Luke and his family will enjoy a cool, comfortable home during summers, a warmer home during winters, and reduced heating and cooling costs by up to 30% for as long as they reside in the home.