Problems We Solve

As a building science driven insulation contractor in Central Virginia, the team at Responsible House can help solve several problems found in your home. We take the guesswork out of solving your comfort and health issues with our expert diagnostic services and start every project with a free consultation. We’ll not only determine what’s causing the problem in your Waynesboro, Charlottesville, or surrounding area home, but also find a reliable and long-lasting solution.  

Too Much Moisture

It’s no secret that Central Virginia is humid, but many problems can arise when that excess moisture finds its way into your home. Mold and pests thrive in damp environments, which can not only cause health issues for your family but can degrade the furniture and building materials of your home as well.

Your crawl space and basement are the most likely sources of moisture problems at home. We can provide repairs and encapsulation to ensure that this issue is appropriately addressed.

Poor Indoor Air Quality

There are a wide variety of factors that can contribute to poor indoor air quality in your home, including your HVAC equipment, mold, dander, and even everyday activities like cooking or cleaning. Responsible House offers several ways to improve indoor air quality and will customize a solution based on the source of the problem.

Whether your home needs a tighter envelope to keep pollutants from entering, the introduction of fresh air with an energy recovery ventilator (ERV), or crawl space repair to prevent mold growth, our team can help you breathe easier.

Indoor Drafts

ENERGY STAR reports that gaps, cracks, and other leaks can add up to the equivalent of leaving a window open in your home all year. Not only will this increase wear and tear on your HVAC system and increase your energy bills, but it will also make your home more uncomfortable with indoor drafts. 

Responsible House can help solve comfort issues, like drafty rooms, in your home with our comprehensive insulation and air sealing services. We specialize in installing spray foam insulation, which has both insulative and air sealing qualities to provide full protection to your building envelope. 

High Energy Bills

When your home’s building envelope is vulnerable to energy loss through air leaks and poor insulation, your heating and cooling systems will need to run more often to compensate. These leaks and inefficiencies are common in both older and more modern homes and will lead to high energy bills all year round. 

At Responsible House, we’ll identify exactly where energy is escaping your home by using blower door testing and other diagnostic tools. From there, we’ll make recommendations on spray foam insulation, which acts as both an insulator and an air sealant.

Responsible House: Your Whole-Home Building Science Experts

We have four decades of experience in contracting and building science, giving us the necessary tools to provide you with the most effective solutions to your home issues. Even if you don’t see your specific problem on this list, give our team a call and we just may be able to help. 

As a local, family-owned and operated insulation contractor, we provide honest and straightforward services to our neighbors and surrounding communities. Let us help you make your house a Responsible House. We even stay up to date with available tax credits and rebates in our service area to help make our air sealing and insulation services more affordable.

Get started with a free consultation today. Call 540-942-2061 or contact us online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Is Indoor Air Quality Important To Improve?

According to the American Lung Association, people spend about 90% of their time indoors. Pollutants within a building are generally much higher than they are outside, meaning that the air you breathe isn’t as healthy. This can have both short and long-term health effects if not properly managed, which is why it’s so important to keep indoor air quality in check.

What Causes Monthly Energy Bills To Spike?

The efficiency of your energy systems wearing down, extreme heat waves or cold snaps, and utility rate increases can all contribute to monthly energy bill spikes. However, one of the biggest components is something you can’t see! Poor quality insulation and air leaks can take a once manageable energy bill and make it balloon in size. If you have issues with insulation and air leaks, we can help!

What Causes Excess Moisture Buildup At Home?

Damp crawl spaces and poor ventilation are key contributors to an excess buildup of moisture. If you haven’t checked on your crawl space’s condition in a long time, now may be the time to start! 

What Are The Side Effects Of Excess Moisture Buildup?

Excess moisture buildup can make your home’s air quality more musty than before. It could also lead to a buildup of mold and mildew as well as structural damage around walls, floors, and other fixtures.