Your Attic May Be Causing You More Problems Than You Think
Thin insulation, air leaks, pest damage, duct issues, and ventilation problems can all start above your ceiling. Thermal Shop helps homeowners understand what is happening in their attic and get clear options for what to fix.
Your Attic May Be Causing You More Problems Than You Think
Thin insulation, air leaks, pest damage, duct issues, and ventilation problems can all start above your ceiling. Thermal Shop helps homeowners understand what is happening in their attic and get clear options for what to fix.
Attic Insulation Services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, & Eastern Iowa
Attic Insulation Services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Cedar Falls, & Eastern Iowa
Attic Problems We Help Solve.
My Whole House Feels Hard to Heat or Cool
If the entire home is uncomfortable during hot or cold weather, the attic may be part of the problem. Thin insulation, air leaks, open chases, moisture on the ceiling, ductwork in the attic, or ventilation issues can all affect how the home feels. In some attics, the solution is straightforward. In others, the existing insulation may need to be removed so we can properly address air leaks, damage, contamination, or other performance issues before rebuilding the attic insulation system and bringing insulation levels up to a new-home standard.
A note on comfort: if one isolated bedroom or one isolated room is the only issue, that is often related to HVAC design, duct layout, airflow, or an aging system. We are not an HVAC company, but if the attic is contributing to the problem, we can help identify and fix the attic side of it.
My Attic Insulation Looks Thin, Settled, or Worn Down
If you can see low spots, bare areas, trails, gaps, or insulation that looks settled and uneven, your attic may not have enough insulation to perform properly.
For clean attics with no major underlying issues, an attic top-off may be the right solution. We inspect the existing condition first so we can confirm whether your attic simply needs more insulation or whether something else should be addressed before adding more.
Animals or Pests Damaged the Attic Insulation
If mice, bats, birds, raccoons, squirrels, or other pests have been in the attic, the insulation may be disturbed, contaminated, compressed, or no longer doing its job.
Thermal Shop is not a pest-control company. Active pest issues should be handled first. After the pest issue is handled, we can remove damaged insulation, clean up affected areas, disinfect/deodorize, and restore the attic insulation system.
I Have Ice Dams, Attic Frost, or Condensation Concerns
Ice dams, frost in the attic, wet roof decking, condensation on drywall ceilings, or moisture around attic areas can point to attic air leaks, insulation gaps, or ventilation problems.
Ice dams are not always an insulation or air-leak problem. Fluctuating temperatures and the sun can cause them too. We inspect the attic, look for the conditions that may be contributing, and tell you what we actually see.
My Attic Ductwork Is Sweating or Poorly Insulated
Ductwork running through an attic can create comfort problems, condensation concerns, and energy waste if it is poorly sealed, poorly insulated, or exposed to extreme attic temperatures.
We are not an HVAC contractor, but we can inspect visible attic ductwork conditions and help with duct insulation when that is part of the attic solution.
Why Homeowners Call Thermal Shop
Attic insulation is not just about adding more insulation and hoping the home feels better. The attic needs to be looked at as a system, including insulation depth, air leaks, ventilation, moisture concerns, ductwork, pest damage, and overall attic condition.
Built on Local Trust
Locally owned and operated
Serving Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and nearby Eastern Iowa communities
Licensed and insured
Our own trained crews - Thermal Shop employees, not subcontractors
Over 700 attics inspected and insulated every year
Clear options before work begins
Service Areas
Thermal Shop currently serves attic insulation customers in:
Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, Tiffin, Waterloo, Cedar Falls, Dubuque, Davenport, the Quad Cities area, and surrounding Eastern Iowa communities.
Not sure if you are in our service area? Call us or submit the form above, and we will let you know!