Attic Restoration – Removal of Old Insulation, Air Sealing, and Blown In Fiberglass, and Duct Replacement in Sanger, CA

The homeowner contacted Tyson Energy Solutions because his 1600 sq. ft. home was uncomfortably hot in the summer and frigid in the winter. Additionally, the homeowner’s young children were suffering from bad allergies year-round. Upon inspection of the attic, we discovered that not only was the insulation in the attic old and dirty, but six ducts for the HVAC system had eroded and were leaking air into the living spaces of the home from the attic.

We began the attic restoration by extracting and disposing of the old insulation. We then cleaned and sanitized the attic using Nisus DSV sanitizer. This is a concentrated disinfectant, cleaner, mildewstat, fungicide, and sanitizer that kills a broad spectrum of viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Next, we pinpointed all areas where air leakage could occur and sealed those areas with closed-cell foam. This included all top plates, wire and plumbing penetrations, and registers. By sealing the attic, we prevented air from flowing between the attic and the home’s living spaces. Additionally, we installed barriers at any potential rodent entry points to prevent them from accessing the attic. We cleared the soffit vents to ensure improved ventilation of the attic space.

Lastly, we blew in new, premium Johns Manville fiberglass insulation to a height of 14 inches. This provided the Energy Star recommended R38 level of insulation. 

This homeowner and his family will now experience healthier indoor air, reduced heating and cooling costs, and a more comfortable temperature in their home year-round for the life of their house.