Published on April 16, 2020
Hard to believe, but it’s finally time to say goodbye to winter and welcome back the spring. For many homeowners, the Spring Cleaning Checklist is part of an annual protocol. But at the same time, many homeowners forget to include attic insulation on the list. In Toronto, attic insulation is a key part ...
Read MorePublished on March 23, 2020
Given the right conditions, attic mold can grow and thrive very quickly. In fact, in a high moisture environment, mold finds a very comfortable home. That’s why the attic and roof are so perfect for mold to reproduce. With a proper installation, and the right type of ventilation, blown-in insulation contributes to a ...
Read MorePublished on March 17, 2020
The roof in a residential home is one of the more important components of the building structure. Whether you’re dealing with a conventional roof leak or confronted with attic insulation that is badly contaminated, it’s critical to maintain the attic and roof properly. Like any part of a home, good roof ...
Read MorePublished on February 19, 2020
Attic insulation is usually out-of-sight, so the benefits are often unnoticed by homeowners. A well-insulated attic actually makes a big contribution to a residential home – from saving on energy consumption, to maintaining seasonal comfort, to regulating indoor temperature. With attic insulation, there’s sometimes a question about having the “right amount”. ...
Read MorePublished on February 17, 2020
In nature, vermiculite is naturally occurring – it’s a mineral that comprises shiny flakes that are light-weight, fire-resistant, and odourless. Over the years, vermiculite has been used in various products, and particularly in attic insulation.
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Published on February 12, 2020
Because your attic is out of sight, it’s also one of the least noticeable areas of the home. For most homeowners in Toronto, the attic is an unused part of the house, and thus overlooked. In fact, most homeowners have never even ventured into the attic. Without checking the attic space, there’...
Read MorePublished on January 22, 2020
For most homeowners, the attic is “out-of-sight” and, therefore, “out-of-mind”. But when energy efficiency issues arise, the questions are usually about insulation. Is there sufficient insulation material? Is the existing insulation performing? Does the attic insulation need to be removed? For homeowners in Toronto, attic insulation is an essential component of ...
Read MorePublished on January 15, 2020
Preventing the growth of mold in your attic will also lessen the need for attic mold removal and remediation. The fact is, winter weather can actually increase the likelihood of attic mold, and once the infiltration has taken hold, mold can pose a number of problems (that are often costly). As it is, the attic ...
Read MorePublished on January 08, 2020
Mold growth in any part of the home is bad news, but in the attic and roof cavity there’s cause for greater concern. While there’s no need to panic, a mold outbreak in the attic will likely require expert mold removal – especially if the scope of the infiltration is widespread. ...
Read MorePublished on December 17, 2019
When January comes around, Toronto’s frigid winter highlights the inefficiencies that may be present in your attic insulation. With temperatures easily dipping to -20 Celsius, inefficient attic insulation in Toronto can contribute to both heat loss and inconsistent indoor temperatures. Inefficient insulation can make your home quite uncomfortable in winter. More than that, ...
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