Insulation Upgrade to R38 and Whole House Fan Installation in 1300 Sq. Ft. Home in Hanford, CA

Hailey contacted us because her home was uncomfortably hot during the summers and cold during winters. She believed the issue had to due with her insulation but had never been up in her attic. She was desperate to improve her home’s comfort prior to the summer. We came out and inspected her attic and found that she had about 4 inches of old insulation, which was not sufficient to keep her house cool. As a result, her air conditioner was having to work overtime to help compensate, leading to extremely high cooling bills. We determined that an insulation upgrade and whole house fan would solve these issues for her.

We began by identifying the ideal spot to place the QuietCool Trident 4.8 and installed it in that location. We then air-sealed visible air leakage points using closed-cell foam to help prevent the flow of air between the home’s living spaces and the attic. Lastly, we blew in fiberglass insulation to bring Hailey’s home to R38 level, or 14 inches.

As a result of the insulation upgrade and whole house fan installation, Hailey and her family will enjoy a cooler, more comfortable home, and reduced cooling costs by up to 90%. Their home will also be more comfortable in winter, and the resale value of their home may be increased because of these upgrades.