Attic Moisture Attic moisture, during the winter, can decrease the effectiveness of insulation and over time cause significant damage to structural elements in the attic including rafters and trusses. Additionally, moisture can lead to mildew and mold growth which can exacerbate health problems for occupants. Attic moisture can also contribute to ice dams. CLICK HERE TO VIEW A QUICK PRESENTATION…
DetailsDO YOU HAVE COLD ROOMS THAT SEEM TO TAKE FOREVER TO HEAT? If you are experiencing rooms that heat slowly causing you to run your furnace more often, resulting in uneven room temps throughout your home, you may have insulation problems in your attic. A cold room, one that heats slower than other rooms, can add as much as 20…
DetailsRecessed Can Light Fixtures Recessed can light fixtures (also called canned lights) are a popular and attractive way to increase lighting options within a room. But these light fixtures can also increase your heating and cooling costs and may even be dangerous. Often, using our infrared camera, we see evidence of air leaks at the perimeter of recessed can…
DetailsMany Thanks! As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to count our blessings and thank our customers for trusting us and our staff for the amazing work they do, day in and day out! Wishing you all a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous Thanksgiving! The Attic Experts – Chicago
DetailsARE YOU WASTING MONEY? One of the most impactful changes we can make to help homeowners reduce energy costs is by identifying and sealing leaks and insulating gaps were conditioned or heated air can escape and cause problems. Here in Chicagoland, many home furnace and plumbing pipes are routed through chases, typically running from the basement…
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