Air Seal
Air sealing your home is crucial as it complements insulation by stopping uncontrolled airflow, making insulation more effective. Without air sealing, insulation cannot fully prevent heat transfer, leading to higher energy costs and the potential formation of ice dams. Air sealing is critical for achieving optimal energy efficiency and maintaining a comfortable indoor environment. Green Home Improvements recognizes the critical importance of air sealing for optimal energy efficiency. That's why we utilize thermal imaging technology as one of the ways to spot air leaks and verify that they have been properly sealed.
Thermal Imaging
Using thermal imaging to find air leaks in a home enables our insulation professionals to quickly and accurately identify areas where heat is escaping, leading to more efficient and targeted insulation improvements.
Recessed Light Covers
Recessed can-light covers can be a source of air leakage. But its important to understand when to use can light covers. Here's a great article.
Ice Dams
Ice dams? Then it's essential to focus on AIR SEALING, not more insulation! When warm air escapes from your home, it melts the snow on the roof. This melted snow then refreezes at the eaves, forming ice dams. The root cause of this issue? Air Leakage, a problem that insulation alone cannot fix. Instead, the solution lies in using airtight materials to prevent warm air from entering the attic or roof cavity. The Building Performance Workshop has a great article highlighting the importance of air sealing in addressing air leakage concerns.
https://buildingperformanceworkshop.com/blog/2015/4/30/nbc-and-this-old-house-got-it-wrong-ice-dam-roof-damage-not-solved-with-more-insulation?rq=air%20seal
Air Leaks
Understanding air leaks, where to look for them and how to properly seal them is essential before using any approach. Common places air leaks are found are:
Windows and Doors,
Attic Hatches and Drop Down Stairs,
Ductwork & Electrical Outlets and
Switch Plates,
Plumbing Penetrations and
Recessed Lights,
Basement Rim Joist and Seal Plates,
Chimneys and Flues.
Spray Foam
It's important to seal air leaks with Spray Foam, before adding any insulation. Air sealing should go hand in hand when adding any insulation, not doing so can increase your energy bill.