Baton Rouge Homeowner on Researching Insulation Contractors When Kalpana Singh decided to have her new 4000-square-foot Baton Rouge home insulated, she took the responsibility of finding the best contractors for the job seriously. Kalpana spent five months researching insulation contractors and contacted seven other homeowners to get the scoop on her top choice Sunlight Contractors, […]
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Built-up roofing (BUR) has been a common feature of commercial and industrial properties since the 1870s. If your real estate is experiencing leaks as a result of decades of patching a built-up roof, you may even wonder if your roof is a 19th century original. There’s a reason built-up roofing has stuck around so long.
Subfloor Spray Foam in Maurepas, Louisiana – Homeowners are ready to winterize with the right contractors – Sunlight Contractors of Baton Rouge When Steven and Adrienne Halphen of Maurepas, Louisiana, decided to encapsulate their home’s crawl space with 1800 sq. ft. of closed cell spray foam insulation, it wasn’t a light decision. While properly installed
How humidity contributes to the bitter cold of Walker, Denham Springs, Baton Rouge and other southern Louisiana cities You may not associate balmy southern Louisiana with cold weather, but winter can feel more bitter here than anywhere else. How is that possible? High levels of humidity. Yes, the same culprit for Louisiana’s sweltering summers. In
Case Study: Leydecker Spray Foam Removal And Proper Installation Craig Leydecker was excited having purchased a home with spray foam insulation install in the sub floor. Finally, a home with warm floors and no drafts. Unfortunately, it wasn’t as good as he thought and it quickly turned into a spray foam removal expense. Here is
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Why the stack effect leaves Louisiana homeowners cold The brutality of southern Louisiana’s winters often surprises visitors. High levels of humidity combined with colder air creates a chill that goes straight to the bones. Homeowners whose historic houses feature original wood floorboards are subject to the cold even indoors thanks to the stack effect. In
Raised Homes Solution – Spray Foam Insulation keeps in Heat Raised homes keep flood waters out during flooding, but they can let in cold air in the winter and hot air in the summer. Sealing your subfloor has many advantages, however, the most impressive concerning flooding, is Fema recommends it as flood damage resistance material.
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Smart landlords know key to stop mildew and moisture damage Bill Barrios takes pride in his Uptown rental property. The historic cottage sits on a desirable street near Audubon Park, and Barrios has invested significantly in maintaining its high value. However, even a deluxe property like Barrios’ isn’t immune to New Orleans’ high moisture levels and
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Sub Floor Insulation Solves High Energy Bills High moisture content and unwanted air flow under your house can be problematic. Whether needing sub floor insulation or a crawl space, spray foam insulation offers the solution to both areas. Traditional fiberglass insulation doesn’t fare well in a crawl space or sub floor Though Pete Roman resides
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Wood floors buckling because of moisture Bonnie and Joe Meteye bought their Metairie home less than a year after Hurricane Katrina, but held off on replacing the original wood floors until five years later when they were adding on to their home. They found a contractor who was more than happy to install their new
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Hindsight is 20-20. If you don’t believe the old adage, just ask Bill Hurley. He learned the hard way that not choosing the most knowledgeable, dependable, professional contractor can leave you – and your wallet – in worse shape when the job is done, than before it started. When bad insulation advice leads to mildew
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How closed cell spray foam can lower your enterprise’s energy costs Running a successful business means always being on the lookout for ways to keep expenses down while keeping employee productivity and product quality up. If your business requires the use of a box truck, train car, warehouse, or other metal building, closed cell spray
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Flood damage – Preventing Future Moisture Damage The phrase is all-too-familiar to Louisiana residents. When the rising waters subside, those who are safe and sound with a home to return to have a lot to be grateful for, but subsequent rotting wood and mildew infiltration aren’t on that list of blessings. While you can’t stop
Why Call a Damage Restoration Specialist As far too many Louisiana residents know, flooding can be devastating. To make matters worse, all that water can have moisture-loving mildew and fungi growing by leaps and bounds within just a day or two. There’s no time to waste in cleaning up a home that’s fallen victim to
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Uninformed contractors’ moisture prevention advice goes wrong Bonnie and Joe Meteye bought their Metairie home eight months after Hurricane Katrina. Though the house had flooded, they didn’t feel replacing the original wood floors was necessary at the time. It was five years later, when the Meteyes were adding on to their home, that they decided
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Mold and mildew have arrived. What’s that musty smell? What are those weird little discolored threadlike patterns and spots on the wall? And why am I suddenly so red-eyed and sneezy? Any or all of these can signal that mildew and mildew are moving in. If your home has a history of 60+ percent humidity,
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When dewy is a “don’t-y” A dewy, glowy complexion? Nice. Dewy, glowy walls and ceilings? Decidedly not nice. If your home’s interior surfaces are starting to glisten, you likely have a moisture problem. And mildew is probably right on its shiny heels. Is your home too “tight”? Old-school thinking might suggest that the moisture buildup
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How your attic’s ductwork can lead to moisture and mildew problems, Baton Rouge, Zachary, Walker, and Surrounding Areas You’re not the only one who gets all clammy when the humidity is high. And while you might be able to stay dry by doubling up on the antiperspirant and donning your most breathable shirt, dealing with
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Case Study: Berger Attic Encapsulation – Attic Insulation Temperatures and Utilities Rising Like many New Orleans homeowners, Eric Berger’s summer utility bills were enough to make him sweat. As temperatures outside rose beginning in May, his air condition struggled to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. His bills reflected that struggle, often skyrocketing to $300 to $305
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Will Spray Foam Insulation Rot my Roof? Well, will it? It’s a reasonable question to ask, considering that some homes with open-cell spray foam insulation installed on the underside of the OSB roof sheathing have reported moisture problems. There’s also a pretty reasonable answer to will spray foam will rot your roof: No spray
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Invest in Your Home and Your Health “There’s no place like home” “The first wealth is good health.” “A penny saved is a penny earned.” They’re commonly heard expressions. But investing in spray foam insulation will remind you that these sayings are far more than just mere words. They’re important truths. A spray foam home
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Spray Foam versus Batt Insulation We are giving you a fact-to-fact comparison on spray foam insulation versus batt insulation for you to see the cost-saving benefits. Your argument; aw, come on. Batt insulation is cheaper. Do I really need to spring for spray foam instead? While you might save a few bucks upfront by choosing
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Ahhhh. Nothing beats the sound of peace and quiet. Except maybe the jingle of extra money in your pocket. Insulate your home with spray polyurethane foam, and you can treat your ears to both kinds of beautiful music. Soundproof your home with spray foam insulation Spray foam helps cut down on airborne sound transmission, creating
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There’s a long list of reasons to love spray polyurethane foam insulation. But to understand exactly why so many New Orleans homeowners are tried-and-true fans, you need to hear it straight from the horses’ mouths. Take a look at these comments from some of the hundreds of satisfied Sunlight Contractors spray foam customers. Air leaks
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Employee discomfort leads to lost productivity Troy Banks of New Orleans Public Belt Railroad says that employee complaints about the enterprise’s manufacturing facility have been ongoing for at least thirty years, and it’s no wonder. Inside the metal warehouse where five full time employees fabricate railroad ties, temperatures can reach as high as 120°F. Between
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