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Your attic, though often overlooked, can be a haven for various pests that can cause damage to your property and compromise your peace of mind and your family’s health. From rodents and insects to bats and birds, these unwelcome visitors can wreak havoc and create a range of issues. Fortunately, with proper knowledge and preventive measures, you can keep your attic pest-free. Rodents such as roof rats and house mice are among the most common attic pests to infiltrate attics.…

The attic is an integral part of your home’s insulation system, as it plays a crucial role in regulating the temperature and moisture levels inside your house. If your attic is not properly insulated it can lead to higher energy bills, uncomfortable living conditions, and it can even cause damage to your home. Whether you have fiberglass insulation or spray foam insulation, understanding what to look out for ahead of time is an important step in keeping your attic insulation…

If you’re looking to improve the energy efficiency of your home, adding insulation to your attic is a smart investment. Attic insulation helps keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer, which can lead to significant savings on your energy bills. But with so many different types of attic insulation material to choose from it can be hard to know which one is right for your home. What Types of Attic Insulation are Best? The best…

Mold growth in the attic is a common problem for homeowners, especially in areas with high humidity or moisture. Attic mold can not only cause damage to your home, it can also pose health risks to you, your family, and your pets. What Causes Attic Mold? Attic mold is typically caused by a combination of moisture, heat, and poor ventilation. Here are some specific examples of why you might be facing attic mold growth: Roof Leaks: Roof leaks can allow…

For many people, cleaning the attic space is a daunting task that is often put off until absolutely necessary. But, neglecting to clean your dirty attic can lead to a buildup of pollen, dust, and other allergens that can cause health problems, especially for those with allergies and respiratory issues.  The attic cleaning process may not be a fun job, but it’s something that needs time and attention to improve indoor air quality of the attic and the living spaces…

There are so many variables that potential homeowners consider when they set out to buy a home. While there are plenty of personal preferences (certain fixtures, fireplaces, two-car garage, etc.) there are also a tried and true list of factors that, especially these days, weigh in heavier than ever before. One of these is energy efficiency. If you are thinking about putting your home on the market, consider the quality and efficiency of your current attic insulation and what you…

More so than ever before, homeowners are looking for ways to save money and protect their biggest investment – their home. The attic, traditionally, is a location where energy easily migrates out of the house, heat is lost in the winter and cooling from air conditioning dissipates during the summer. While most people don’t consider the attic essential – until they want to unearth holiday decorations – it’s imperative that the attic is sealed properly to both eliminate energy dissipation…

Attic decontamination is an important component for ensuring that your home and everyone in it is happy and healthy. Many of us don’t think about the state of our attics until there is something wrong with it, but without regular check-ups and assessments, your attic has the potential to descend into a nightmarish state. When attics are not regularly maintained, they can become homes to pests, fungi and bacteria that can cause an abundance of problems for your health and…

Attic insulation is a hidden yet often extremely beneficial component of keeping your home happy, healthy, and comfortable. Learn more about the benefits of insulation, how it should be installed, the importance of having a professional install insulation in your home, and if installing insulation is really worth it.  Top 5 Benefits of Insulating Your Attic  Insulation installation offers many benefits to your home, your health, and even your bank account. Below are some of our favorite benefits that installing…

Attic pests are a common nuisance for homeowners all over the country. Roof rats in particular make their way into homes, cause damage and pose health risks to you,  your family and your pets. Read for more information about roof rats, their habits, and most importantly,  what you should do if you suspect you have an infestation in your home. What are common attic pests?  Because attics are spaces that are generally not lived in that we use mainly to…