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Job completed for Ryan C.

Completion date: December 23, 2021

Location: Alexandria, VA

Why did the customer contact us?

The customer needed a crawl space encapsulation and new attic insulation.

Solutions provided:

Demo chicken wire and existing liner. Remove any insulation in ceiling of front space. Install Borafoam termite resistant board on exterior walls.
Apply 2 inches of closed cell foam to rim joist to air seal and provide R13 insulation. Install 10 mil on floor, seal all seams and tape to foam board. To dehumidify space install SantaFe advance 2 dehumidifier in front space, duct to rear space next to breaker panel. Install condensate pump to direct water out of space. Includes installation of electrical receptacle.

In front area right section of home install low wattage fan in front closet to partially condition space. In right rear space Install 10 mil over existing liner. Install Borafoam board up exterior walls and apply 2 inches of closed cell foam to exterior rim joist. At wall where inaccessible space meets accessible install electrical receptacle and circulation fan in existing pass through hole to partially condition space.

Remove flooring in 2 knee wall areas to gain access to existing insulation. Reinstall when complete.

Remove batted insulation and dispose.
Apply R38 blown cellulose to both spaces. Install Thermax foam board on knee wall vertical and wedge end points. Seal all seams. Install additional foam board on all hatch openings. All seams sealed and taped.

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