Insulating a Basement in Vernon, CT

This homeowner in Vernon, CT initially called us in the winter hoping for an audit to figure out how to make his home more energy efficient. He had recently moved in, and the home was very cold. Our Home Comfort Specialist came out and noted that, based off thermal imaging, his rim joist was completely uninsulated. However, this could not be confirmed due to the fact that the ceiling was covering it and would need to be cut back in order to check the insulation or re-insulate. The homeowner wanted to move forward, however, he knew that his work schedule would be very chaotic for a while. Therefore, he put the project on hold. He then called us back in the fall and said he was ready to move forward. 

We had the perfect solution for this customer! We first cut back the ceiling to ensure that we had accessed. We then insulated the rim joist (the perimeter of the floor framing system along the exterior of the home). We utilized two-part expanding spray foam. We spray this foam in the rim joist and over the sill plate. Insulating the rim joist in this way seals all air leaks - filling in the cracks and gaps that are present there. This prevents outside air from getting into the home. The homeowner is now very happy, and he is much more comfortable in his home!