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Most homeowners rarely go into their attic. If they do, it’s usually to store seasonal or rarely used items. While it is understandable to pay little attention to your attic, neglecting it can significantly impact your home. Attics play an essential role in how our homes regulate temperature and moisture, and the quality of air in your attic will have a significant impact on air quality throughout your home. Cleaning up your attic space so that it is clean, dry,…

Attic insulation can be a big task. Breaking it down into something manageable requires the right tools for the job and experience cleaning up attic spaces. Rather than trying to do it yourself, leaving your attic insulation removal to the professionals is usually a good idea. To find the best attic insulation removal in the Orange County area, you don’t need to look any further than our professional team at Attic Construction. We’ve got the experience and know-how to get…

Rodent infestations spell big problems for homeowners, which is why you should consider proactively addressing any potential rodent infestation before it becomes established. Not only can rodents nest in your insulation, which will potentially impact the energy efficiency of your home, but a rodent infestation may also lead to poor air quality throughout your entire home.  Understanding the signs that you need to rodent proof your home can help you recognize a rodent infestation early before extensive damage is caused.…

If you’ve got mold in your crawl space, you aren’t alone! A mold issue in crawl spaces is one of the most common problems in homes with that foundation type.  What you may not realize is that mold in your crawl space affects the air quality throughout your home. At the same time, mold is an indication that water is present and has been for some time, so addressing your mold issues early will help you avoid costly repairs due…

Properly installed crawl space insulation is a crucial component of the building envelope. Crawl space insulation is used to separate the conditioned and unconditioned parts of your home.  Properly installed crawl space insulation can reduce fluctuations in temperature in your home, improve energy efficiency, and result in better air quality. Unfortunately, poorly maintained or improperly installed crawl space insulation can impact the durability, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency of your home. What is a Crawl Space? A crawl space…

Nailing down crawl space insulation cost can be difficult. Many factors, including the square footage of insulation required, type of insulation you’ll be using, and whether you’ll be having it professionally installed will all impact the cost of your crawl space insulation. Additionally, you’ll need to have your crawl space cleaned out and any old insulation hauled away, which may also impact the final cost. Consider using a crawl space cleaning service to help you get rid of mold, old…

If your home has a crawl space, you probably don’t pay it much attention. The crawl space, as the name would imply, is uncomfortable to access, and usually hot, sometimes damp, and almost always dirty. Though it might be tempting to deal with your crawl space at a later date, ignoring issues in your crawl space insulation can result in significant problems down the road.  The air in crawl spaces has to go somewhere, and in a vented crawl space…

If you’ve spent time thinking about protecting your attic against the elements, you may have heard about “radiant barriers.”  Many people are skeptical whether installing this reflective material is worth the cost. In some states, predatory contractors have been decried by government agencies for using misleading marketing about what radiant barriers can do. So, is radiant barrier worth it?  In San Diego and Orange County, absolutely. Radiant barriers work by reflecting the sun’s rays, making them ideal for bright, hot…

When we think about protecting our homes from the elements, our thoughts tend to go towards insulation against the cold. Anyone with a drafty window in the middle of winter can appreciate the value of a tightly sealed home.  But did you know that there are ways you can also keep your house cooler in the summer? Radiant barriers can be installed alongside insulation in the attic space, providing a heat shield that can lower cooling costs in the summer…

A lot of work goes into installing radiant barriers in your attic space—it isn’t quite as easy as just rolling out a sheet of tinfoil and hoping your cooling costs go down.  Radiant barriers work by deflecting the sun’s rays, rather than typical thermal insulation which absorbs heat. When installing radiant barriers, thought needs to be put into the way they’re positioned.   Radiant barrier application can be done in several different ways, each with benefits and drawbacks. Consider the shape of…