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Expert Ductwork Sealing, Home Energy Audits, & Insulation Contractor
The Drying Co. is an authorized dealer of the nationally renowned Dr. Energy Saver network. The Dr. Energy Saver network is comprised of the best energy-conservation contractors across the country. We are not just another contractor company, we specialize in improving your home's current energy efficiency issues. You'll receive the maximum energy and cost-saving results with the least amount of hassle. We offer a wide range of services including:
- Attic Insulation
- Crawl Space Insulation
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Blown-in Insulation
- Rigid Foam Insulation
- Ductwork Sealing
- Home Energy Audits
- And More!
Spray Foam Insulation Contractor
Spray foam insulation is the best choice for insulation if you’re looking to increase your comfort & decrease your energy bills. Spray foam insulation is truly the best option for home insulation and here are a few reasons why. Spray Foam Insulation provides an air barrier due to its ability to fill gaps and cracks. It is also great at staying in the hard to reach areas because of its super-adhesive qualities. Unlike fiberglass and cellulose insulation, spray foam insulation is waterproof. Water will not be able to pass through the foam which makes it an extremely durable and long-lasting product. Lastly, spray foam insulation is foolproof. Spray foam is sprayed as a liquid and then expands and hardens to fill voids and gaps. There is never any chance for an area to be missed or void to form. Once cured, spray foam insulation will stay in place for decades to come and will never shift or settle like fiberglass. To ensure your home has the best insulation available and your energy bills are low, switch to spray foam insulation today!
Blown-in & Attic Insulation
Blown-in insulation is often called blow-in or blown insulation, but it doesn’t matter what you call it. What does matter is how well it keeps your home insulated. Many people are under the impression that their attic has enough insulation, however, 9 out of 10 times it does not. In a nationwide study, it was found that the average American attic only has about 1/3 enough insulation to keep the home properly insulated. That is where blown-in insulation comes in. Blown-in insulation is blown into your attic and forms a dense layer that will ensure heat will not escape through the top of your home. Having an attic that is properly insulated can cut heating and cooling costs but up to 20%. What are you waiting for? Call or click today to schedule a FREE blown-in or attic insulation estimate!
Our Complete Insulation Service Include:
- Crawl Space Insulation
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Cellulose Insulation
- Rigid Foam Insulation
- Floor Insulation
- Wall Insulation
Reliable Gutter Installation in Windsor
Having gutters that don’t need to be cleared out every time it rains is every homeowner’s dream. At The Drying Co., our experts will install the perfect gutters to help protect your home from water damage. The GutterShutter gutter system is designed with premium-grade aluminum so it won’t bend under heavy debris. Our patented gutters and gutter guards also prevent debris from clogging up your gutters and never detach from your property, so you have one less thing to worry about! Better protect your home from damage with the help of your local GutterShutter dealer in Windsor.
A homeowner in Windsor, Virginia called us at The Drying Company to discuss possible moisture issues within their crawl space. We sent out one of our professional Home Performance Advisors to evaluate their crawl space and write up solutions to any issues found within.
Upon inspection, we noticed that the 6-mil vapor barrier covering the dirt crawl space floor had many gaps in it, exposing the dirt floor and allowing the earth’s moisture to rise into the crawl space, raising the relative humidity. There were also many gaps where the liner met the piers and foundation walls, allowing for more moisture to affect the crawl space.
The next thing we noticed was that the brick foundation walls were completely uninsulated. Even though the crawl space vents were sealed off, moisture was still finding its way into the crawl space. Outside moisture was seeping through these porous brick walls, which was raising the relative humidity.
As a result of the moisture infiltration, the fiberglass insulation was damp and beginning to sag out of place in the floor joists. The fiberglass batts absorb moisture like a sponge and begin to sag under the weight. Eventually, it can fall out of place in large chunks, leaving the subfloor exposed and uninsulated.
We reviewed our findings and photos with the homeowner and discussed their goals for the project. We then proposed several ideas to the homeowner to address their concerns about the moisture in their crawl space and prevent the damage from escalating further.
The first thing we would want to do would be to clear the crawl space of all debris, the existing 6-mil vapor barrier, and the existing fiberglass insulation batts. Once everything is cleared, we would want to install a 10-mil CleanSpace Light vapor barrier over the dirt crawl space floor. The liner will help to prevent the moisture that is rising out of the earth from entering the crawl space and raising the relative humidity. It also has an antimicrobial built into the material that will prevent mold growth on the barrier itself. We would wrap the liner around all piers and mechanically fasten it to the foundation wall six to eight inches above outside grade, sealing it with a special vinyl tape.
The next thing would be to add an R-10 value of closed-cell spray foam to the foundation walls to prevent outside air and moisture from seeping through the porous brick walls. Cutting off the crawl space from outside conditions will later help us control the relative humidity and environment.
The last thing we would advise adding would be a SaniDry Sedona dehumidifier. This efficient and powerful dehumidifier helps regulate the relative humidity and circulate dry air around the crawl space. This gives the homeowner better control of the environment underneath their home and assists in preventing any more moisture issues or mold growth.
This solution will not only address their concerns about moisture and the damage it is causing in their crawl space, but they may also have the added benefit of lower energy bills and better air indoor air quality.
If you are also experiencing any moisture issues in your crawl space, then please call us at The Drying Company to schedule your free estimate and appointment! We will help to keep the outside, outside!
