Attic Enhancement: Sealed & Insulated in Glenview, IL 60025

Glenview, North Shore Suburb of Chicago
Attic Enhancement: Sealed & Insulated Project in Glenview
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Project Overview

The project involved a comprehensive attic insulation upgrade for Nick's home. The scope of work included the removal of old insulation, air sealing, installing new insulation, and addressing specific structural modifications to improve overall energy efficiency and comfort.

Location: Glenview, IL 60025

Details

• Loose-Fill & Batt Removal

• Air Seal Attic Floor

• Install Baffles

• Attic Insulation R-60

• Create 10 x 5 ft Opening Through Old Roof Structure into Closed Attic Space

• Install 40 Can Light Covers

• Install 2 Attic Hatches with Weatherstripping

Line Items and Services Provided

1. Loose-Fill & Batt Removal:

• Loose-Fill & Batt Removal: The existing loose-fill and batt insulation were removed to prepare for the new insulation installation.

2. Air Seal Attic Floor:

• Air sealing was performed to prevent air leaks, ensuring maximum efficiency of the new insulation.

3. Install Baffles:

• Baffles were installed to ensure proper ventilation and airflow within the attic.

4. Attic Insulation R-60:

• New insulation with an R-60 rating was installed to significantly improve thermal resistance and energy efficiency.

5. Create 10x5 ft Opening:

• A 10x5 ft opening was created through the old roof structure to access the closed attic space, facilitating the installation process.

6. Can Light Covers:

• 40 can light covers were installed to enhance insulation around the light fixtures.

7. Attic Hatch Solutions:

• Two attic hatches were installed with weatherstripping to prevent air leakage and ensure easy access to the attic.

Before we started

Exposed Attic Joists and Gaps in Old Insulation
 Inefficient Batt Insulation in Attic
Uneven Pink Fiberglass Insulation With Exposed Wiring

After finished work

Cellulose Insulation Installed Between Attic Joists
Completely Sealed Attic Floor With Cellulose Insulation
Upgraded Attic With Cellulose Insulation

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Results:

Upon completion of the project, Nick’s home experienced a marked improvement in energy efficiency, comfort, and reduced energy costs. The new R-60 insulation, combined with the air sealing and baffles, created a more consistent indoor temperature, mitigating the previously common hot and cold spots. The added can light covers and attic hatches with weatherstripping further ensured that there were no gaps in the insulation coverage, leading to optimized energy usage.

This project showcases Green Attic Insulation’s commitment to providing efficient, high-quality insulation solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients. Through meticulous planning and execution, we delivered an insulation upgrade that significantly enhanced Nick’s home comfort and energy efficiency.

Result - Sealed and Insulated Attic

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