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Attic Insulation

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An attic after cellulose is professionally installed. Notice the blanket-like appearance.

The attic is the easiest place to add insulation to improve overall comfort and the energy efficiency of your home. Cellulose insulation is the product most often used when adding insulation to existing attics. Cellulose is essentially shredded recycled paper treated to be fire retardant and repel pests. Cellulose has tremendous insulating and sound deadening qualities.

Unless there is fourteen inches of existing insulation in your attic you are under insulated by today's building codes.

Professionally installed attic insulation should include the following steps:

  1. Air sealing: Before adding insulation our technicians lift the existing insulation and seal any cracks or penetrations leading to the living space below. This will prevent both conditioned air and moisture from the living space from finding its way into the attic space.
  2. Mechanical venting: Our technicians make certain that bath fans and dryers which may be venting through the attic are properly vented to the outside. Improper venting of bath fans and dryers is a known cause of mold in attics.
  3. Passive venting: Our technicians calculate the existing attic ventilation (roof vents, soffit vents, gable vents etc.…) and add more venting if necessary. As part of this process we make certain that none of the existing vents are blocked or otherwise not functioning properly.
  4. Storage: If there is a need to maintain storage within the attic space our technicians can build a suitably sized raised platform for this purpose. This will permit storage on the top of the platform while letting us insulate below the thus allowing for a seamless and insulation install.
  5. Installing the insulation: A blanket of cellulose is blown over the existing insulation. The thickness of the blanket depends on the amount of existing insulation. Cellulose like all other types of insulation is most effective when seamless and uninterrupted, effectively filling every nook and cranny.
  6. Attic access: The attic access, whether a small hatch, standard size door or folding stairway is insulated using rigid foam board and then weather-stripped.

Best of all are the huge rebates of up to 75% for attic insulation and up to $750.00 for air sealing. We all pay for these rebates through the “Energy Efficiency Charge” each time we pay our utility bill. If you heat with natural gas then you pay this charge twice each month. So why not take full advantage of this program that you help pay for.

Remember: In addition to great rebates and other incentives offered by your utility company they also offer 0% financing to qualifying customers. Financing that can be used to pay for any eligible energy improvement upgrade.

When you decide it’s time to add insulation to your attic or if you would like more information about Weatherization, call Energy geeks at (401)-766-1540 or contact us online and let one of our friendly and knowledgeable field representatives come to your home and give you a no-cost energy assessment.

Garage Ceiling Insulation-and The Cold Rooms Above

Many homes are built with living space above a garage (see graphic A). Unfortunately, rooms above (often bedrooms) garages tend to be cold in the winter. Graphic B below, clearly shows why. Notice how the insulation is laying on top of the garage ceiling rather than touching the bottom of the heated floor above. Notice also the space between the insulation and the floor above. This empty cavity allows cold air to continuously circulate robbing heat from the room above. This a common problem in most homes of this type. Fortunately, this situation is easily rectified by packing the cavity with insulation. The method for accomplishing this is similar to insulating empty wall cavities (see graphic C).

The method for insulating a cold room above a garage is described as follows:

  • Small holes are drilled into the underside of the garage ceiling
  • A flexible tube connected to an insulation blowing machine is inserted and the cavity is packed tight.
  • A foam plug is then inserted into the hole and a coat of plaster is applied.

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Cold Room Above Garage

Graphic A: Typical home with garage under a cold room.

Fix cold floors above the garage.

Graphic B: Cavity between the garage ceiling and the finished floor above

Garage Ceiling Insulation

Graphic C: A technician installing insulation with the use of a flexible tube.

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Paula – Brockton, MA

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already!

The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house.

I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
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2016-08-01T16:39:35-04:00

~ Paula, Brockton

Having my entire house weatherized by Energy Geeks was one of the best decisions I have made. I can feel the difference already! The whole house was prepped for the procedure. Technicians and Installers were courteous, neat and took proper steps to ensure dust did not escape into other areas of my house. I am very satisfied with their professionalism and on time completion. I would highly recommend Energy Geeks to anyone getting this work done!
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Floyd – Needham

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
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2017-02-28T13:39:38-05:00

Floyd - Needham, MA

Great job. Nice workers - Nice work. I recommend Energy Geeks - they're knowledgeable, hard workers.
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Robert – Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
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2017-03-31T13:19:57-04:00

Robert - Lincoln, RI

I recommend Energy Geeks. They were professional, easy to work with, clean during the process and cleaned up afterwards.
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Virginia – North Easton

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
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2017-03-31T13:19:35-04:00

Virginia - North Easton, MA

Mark and his crew were great! They arrived on time and promptly went to work. They continued working until the job was complete. They are positive, knowledgeable, efficient, well-mannered, and neat! Would I recommend Energy Geeks to others? Absolutely! I used Energy Geeks in the past and specifically requested them. I would recommend them for all of the above reasons.
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Harpreet – Hopkinton, MA

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
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2016-11-17T16:10:20-05:00

~ Harpreet, Hopkinton

Excellent experience. Very professional and did a great job insulating the house. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks.
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Elizabeth – Attleboro

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
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2018-11-26T09:50:36-05:00

Elizabeth - MA

Sara and her team really went over and above to get my air sealing completed. Great customer service..Would highly recommend Energy Geeks
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Frank – Woonsocket, RI

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
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2016-08-01T16:36:27-04:00

~ Frank, Woonsocket

I had my home air sealing done to tighten up my house and the Energy Geeks crew where great, they where on time, and they where very neat. The job went well and I didn't even know that they where there. I am completely satisfied and would absolutely recommend Energy geeks to anyone.
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Lucien – North Smithfield, RI

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
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2016-12-14T18:08:18-05:00

~ Lucien - North Smithfield

Energy Geeks did a great job. They were always on time, did high quality work and went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the work. They cleaned up very well. I would highly recommend them.
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Scott & Deanne – Woonsocket, RI

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
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2016-08-22T12:18:17-04:00

~ Scott & Deanne, Woonsocket

The work we had done by Energy Geeks has made a huge difference in the overall comfort of our home. The temperature throughout is more consistent and we were able to keep our thermostat lower in the winter and cool off the entire house faster this summer which is already saving us money. The techs that came to the house were friendly and professional and we're thrilled that we chose Energy Geeks to perform the weatherization services in our home. We recommend Energy Geeks to everyone.
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Jason – Attleboro, MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
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5
2019-07-17T12:20:15-04:00

Jason - MA

The crew that came out to my house did a great job. The weather was extremely hot both days so working in the attic in that heat was not easy. They were all very professional and keep the place clean like they were never here. They also got along with my kids who were harassing them the whole day. The final product came out great and I would definitely recommend them to anyone interested.
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Pedro – Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
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2017-03-31T13:20:26-04:00

Pedro - Holbrook, MA

Energy Geeks were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend them. Very commendable.
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Kate – Norton, MA

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
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2016-09-06T17:20:53-04:00

~ Kate, Norton

We've already noticed a difference with the house retaining cooler air when it's been hot and last night it was nice and warm during the cooler night. Thank you so much Energy Geeks for all of your hard work!
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Deidra – Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
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2017-03-28T13:31:03-04:00

Deidra - Stoughton, MA

Very good experience. I am pleased with the job. I recommend Energy Geeks.
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Gary – Leicester

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
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2017-02-28T13:38:56-05:00

Gary - Leicester, MA

Energy Geeks were efficient, courteous, and great communicators. I would definitely recommend them to others.
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Liz – Westborough, MA

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
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2016-08-16T18:08:25-04:00

~ Liz, Westborough

The Energy Geeks crew was absolutely knowledgeable, hard-working, prompt and courteous.We had our house air sealed and attic insulation sprayed on Aug. 16, during a heat wave when we were running our central air 24/7. Just got our electric bill, and it was $50 less than the previous month...an awesome savings! I've got to believe that we'll be using a lot less propane to heat our house this winter, Energy Geek was also great about protecting my carpeting and furnishings during the work, and they explained everything they were doing to seal air leaks and spray in attic insulation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others and to have them work at my home again. Thanks Energy Geeks!
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Thomas – MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
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2018-01-09T09:05:17-05:00

Thomas - MA

Danny and his crew arrived at my home on Mon, Jan 8th. and did an amazing job. They were respectful and cleaned up as they worked. This was not an easy application. This hard working crew had to crawl into a space with little room to apply the insulation. It was difficult compounding the problem was the cold, snow, and a crawl space height of 17 inches. Nevertheless, all challenges were met and the work was completed in a exemplary manner. Would I recommend Energy Geeks and this crew to work in your home? Yes I would!
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Mike – Smithfield, RI

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home.

A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company!

After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business.

Thank you.
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2016-09-19T12:52:46-04:00

~ Mike, Smithfield

Several weeks ago, your company installed energy insulation in our home. A special thanks to your employees who completed the job. They were thorough, polite and cleaned up after themselves when the job was completed. It was a pleasure working with RISE and your company! After my positive experience with your company/employees, I would highly recommend your business. Thank you.
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Stanley – Johnston, RI

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
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2016-11-17T16:09:32-05:00

~ Stanley, Johnston

Very Satisfied....Very Professional!
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Maureen – Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
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2017-04-03T13:08:36-04:00

Maureen - Shrewsbury, MA

Excellent experience! The guys were professional and easy to work with. They went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right. I would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks!
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Edmicelly – North Providence

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
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2017-03-17T09:28:08-04:00

Edmicelly - North Providence, RI

Great experience! The technicians came right on time, were professional, and diligent in their work. I would recommend Energy Geeks to others! They are very knowledgeable.
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Ellyn – East Greenwhich, RI

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
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2016-08-31T10:54:28-04:00

~ Ellyn, East Greenwhich

It was excellent. The technicians were very professional. It seems like a good program.
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mike – hopedale

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
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2018-06-18T08:05:49-04:00

Mike - RI

incredibly professional and knowledgably team. Kept me up to date every step of the way and were great about explaining what they were doing and finding while insulating. Smart, hard workers who know their trade.
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Ann – Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
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2017-03-28T13:31:35-04:00

Ann - Warwick, RI

Excellent experience, very professional and they did a great job. I recommend Energy Geeks!
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Mary Alice – Webster, MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018.

Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already.

They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them!

Thank you, thank you
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2018-10-31T16:07:40-04:00

Mary Alice - MA

I am writing to extend my "kudos" to the team of insulation experts that came to my home on Friday Oct 19, 2018. Daniel and Nick were so awesome! Very customer friendly - explained everything they did and made good recommendations. I can tell the difference in how much "tighter" my house feels already. They are both great reps for your company and I highly recommend them! Thank you, thank you
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Sandra – South Deerfield, MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
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5
2019-07-17T12:19:34-04:00

Sandra - MA

Great Experience! Danny and his crew installed new insulation in our attic, replacing ducting of bathroom fan and roof vents. Their work is beautifully done and a pleasure to look at. They also installed weather stripping and neatly did basement air sealing . We could see a dramatic improvement in the decrease in draftiness after their work with the pre/post measurement. Danny was thoughtfully detailed and oversaw all the work being done, we are assured of the quality of these improvements. They were a pleasure to work with, professional and personable, neat and respectful. There was great communication with them and the Energy Geeks office. We absolutely recommend Energy Geeks, and Danny and his crew.
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Paul – Foxboro, MA

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
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5
2016-08-01T16:41:45-04:00

~ Paul, Foxboro

I feel great! Everything was done proficiently, clean. Would absolutely recommend Energy Geeks to anyone.
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Nicholas – Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
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5
2017-11-10T08:59:40-05:00

Nicholas - Pawtucket

Professional, friendly and efficient, I was happy to work with them to weatherize my home.
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Phyllis – Greenville RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
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5
2018-06-18T08:05:21-04:00

Phyllis - RI

I was at ease with the contractors from Energy Geeks, Daniel, Ben and Dave. They were kind and considerate when I asked questions. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. I appreciate the opportunity to conserve energy that is offered by National Grid. Thank you.
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Al – Blackstone Ma

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
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5
2019-09-23T12:33:12-04:00

Al - MA

Great working with the crew of Daniel Mike and Jared very professional and accommodating. Did there job in one day very pleased would recommend to anyone
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