Total Home Performance LLC

Add Spray Foam Insulation is a service that fills wall, attic, or crawl space areas with foam that expands to seal gaps, reduce air leaks, and improve energy efficiency; it involves preparing surfaces, applying spray foam, and allowing it to cure.

Air Barrier is a system that stops uncontrolled air leaks through building envelopes, improving energy efficiency and comfort. It involves installing durable, continuous barriers like membranes or tapes, plus careful detailing at joints, edges, and openings to seal the structure.

An air conditioner is a device that cools and dehumidifies indoor air. It draws warm air, removes heat and moisture, and blows cooler air back inside. It may include cooling, filtering, and sometimes heating functions for comfort.

Air Conditioning is a system that cools and dehumidifies indoor air to keep a room comfortable. It uses a unit, often installed indoors and outside, to circulate refrigerant, remove heat, and maintain desired temperature and air quality.

Air Duct Sealing patches leaks in home air ducts to prevent loss of heated or cooled air, improve efficiency, and reduce dust and allergens. It involves inspecting ducts, locating leaks, and applying sealant or mastic or metal tape to seal gaps.

Air Filters is a service that removes dust, pollen, and other particles from the air to improve indoor air quality. It involves assessing needs, selecting the right filter, installing or replacing it, and scheduling maintenance to keep airflow clean.

Air Infiltration measures how air leaks into or out of a building, assessing gaps, drafts, and ventilation efficiency, to improve comfort, energy use, and indoor air quality through testing, sealing, and recommendations.

Air Leaks is a service that checks a system for places where air escapes, helping identify drafts and energy losses. It involves tests, measurements, and guidance to seal gaps and improve efficiency.

Air Movement is a service that helps improve air flow in a space. It involves assessing vent placement, using fans or vents to circulate air, reducing stuffiness, and enhancing comfort and indoor air quality.

Air Sealing Attic is a service that blocks drafts in your attic by sealing gaps, cracks, and penetrations with specialized materials, improving insulation and energy efficiency to keep your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

Air Sealing Insulation improves home comfort by reducing drafts and heat loss. It involves sealing gaps, cracks, and joints with caulk or foam, plus installing or boosting insulation to keep indoor temperature steady and energy bills down.

Attic Insulation Upgrades improves home comfort and energy efficiency by adding or upgrading insulation in the attic, reducing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, sealing gaps, and sometimes adding radiant barriers for better year-round temperature control.

Attic Spray Foam is a insulation service where foam is sprayed into the attic to seal and insulate, filling gaps, reducing drafts, and improving energy efficiency by creating a tight, moisture-resistant barrier on the roof and attic surfaces.

Basement Encapsulation is a service that seals and waterproofs a basement’s walls and floor to stop moisture and mold, often using a moisture barrier, insulation, and sump or drainage improvements to keep the space dry and energy-efficient.

Basement Floor is a service that cleans, repairs, or renovates the floor of a basement, handling tasks like moisture protection, leveling, sealing, and finishing to create a durable, safe, and usable space below ground level.

We use spray foam insulation is a powerful tool for protecting basements because not only is it a superior insulating material, but it also acts as a moisture and air barrier, so you can be sure you’re keeping outdoor temperatures, water, and air out of your home.

Basement Repair is a service to fix and prevent water and structural problems in the lowest part of a building. It involves assessing leaks, cracks, and moisture, then fixing foundations, waterproofing, drainage, insulation, and restoring usable space.

Basement Walls is a service that builds, repairs, or waterproofs the concrete walls of a basement to keep it sturdy, dry, and safe. It involves foundation assessment, wall stabilization, crack sealing, moisture control, and finishing touches as needed.

Learn how you can improve your home’s energy performance with a home energy audit, including a blower door test, from Total Home Performance. This audit also includes an energy assessment of your home’s appliances and an inspection of your entire house, inside and out.

At Total Home Performance, we work with a variety of high performance insulation materials. Cellulose insulation is a great option because it can be blown into existing walls and dense packed to reduce air infiltration.

Boiler installation is the process of putting a new heating boiler into a home or building, including selecting the right size, fitting it safely, connecting to fuel and water systems, testing performance, and providing instructions for use and maintenance.

Boiler replacement is installing a new heating boiler to replace an old or failing one. It involves choosing a suitable unit, removing the old boiler, fitting the new system, connecting fuel and electrical needs, testing, and ensuring safe operation.

Cellulose insulation is a fire-safe, eco-friendly material made from recycled paper that is blown into walls and ceilings to fill gaps, reduce heat loss, and improve energy efficiency in buildings.

Cement Structural is a construction service that uses cement to build and reinforce structures, focusing on foundations, columns, and beams, ensuring strength, durability, and proper alignment for buildings and other concrete projects.

Combustion Safety Testing checks heating devices like furnaces and fireplaces to ensure they burn fuel safely, vent properly, and don’t leak dangerous gases. It involves inspecting components, measuring emissions, and verifying proper venting and shutoffs.

Conditioned Crawl Space is a home system that seals and vents a crawl space, adds insulation, and installs a moisture- and temperature-controlled environment to protect the space and the home's structure from dampness, mold, and energy loss.

Crawl spaces and basements are a common source of humidity and moisture problems in Maryland homes that can make their way into the rest of your house, causing comfort and indoor air quality issues.

Encapsulation provides a consistent atmosphere for ductwork while making your crawl space a safer, healthier, and more energy efficient portion of your home.

Crawl Space Encapsulations seal and insulate beneath your home to keep moisture out, prevent mold and odors, and improve energy efficiency. The process often includes sealing vents, installing a vapor barrier, insulation, and a dehumidifier for long-term protection.

The team at Total Home Performance will inspect your crawl space for possible bulk water problems, combustion appliance issues, and pests before we begin making any improvements. If any of these exist, we will help you address them before encapsulation for the safest and most effective solution.

Crawl Space Insulation is the process of sealing and insulating the area under a house to block drafts, keep heat in, and reduce moisture. It involves assessing vents, sealing gaps, and installing proper insulation materials.

Crawl space encapsulation involves properly insulating and air sealing, applying vapor and moisture barriers, and dehumidifying the area of your home under your feet, which can decrease mold, pest, and IAQ issues and lower your heating and cooling costs by reducing energy waste.

Crawl Space Repairs is a service that fixes moisture, mold, and structural issues under a home. It involves inspecting the area, sealing vents, installing vapor barriers, repairing damaged supports, and sometimes upgrading drainage or insulation to prevent problems.

Crawlspace Repair is fixing damp, damaged, or moldy crawlspaces beneath a home. It involves moisture control, insulation, vapor barriers, drainage adjustments, and sometimes structural support to prevent sagging and improve air quality and energy efficiency.

Diagnostic Testing is a service that checks medical samples or data to find causes of symptoms or health issues. It involves collecting samples, running tests, analyzing results, and sharing findings with you and your clinician.

Drain Solution is a service that clears clogged drains and keeps plumbing flowing smoothly. It involves diagnosing blockages, using pumps or rods to remove debris, and applying treatments to prevent future clogs, with safety and minimal disruption in mind.

Drainage Solutions is a service that fixes water buildup around your property by assessing soil, grading, and installing drains, pipes, or French drains to redirect water away, prevent flooding, and protect foundations and landscaping.

A Dryer Vent service cleans and installs the duct that carries hot air from your dryer to the outside, removing lint and blockages to prevent fire risk, improve drying efficiency, and ensure safe, proper venting.

Drywall installation is the process of hanging and securing plasterboard sheets to walls and ceilings, followed by taping, mudding, sanding, and priming to create smooth, paint-ready surfaces for rooms and spaces.

Duct Blaster Testing measures how well a building’s air ducts prevent leaks, using a blower door to pressurize the system and smoke or tracer gas to locate leaks. It helps improve energy efficiency and indoor air quality.

Ductless heating & A/C services provide compact, energy‑efficient climate control without ductwork. It involves installing and maintaining small wall-mounted units that heat or cool individual rooms, improving comfort and saving energy.

Ductwork insulation is wrapping and sealing air ducts to prevent heat loss or gain, improve efficiency, and reduce condensation. It involves measuring, cutting, and installing insulating material around ducts in HVAC systems.

When assessing your home with an energy audit, we start from the inside out. And what is more “inside” than talking to the humans that live in your home? Each energy audit starts with a homeowner interview, and then we begin our diagnostic process.

Exterior Walls is a service that covers the outer surfaces of a building, including cleaning, sealing, painting, or repairing siding, stucco, brick, or other materials to protect it from weather and improve curb appeal.

Moisture and humidity solutions

Fiberglass insulation is lightweight material made of fine glass fibers that traps air to keep heat in or out. It involves installing batts, rolls, or blown-in forms in walls, attics, and floors to improve energy efficiency and sound dampening.

Finished Basement is a home renovation service that converts an unfinished basement into usable living space with walls, flooring, ceiling, lighting, and sometimes a bathroom or storage, making it comfortable and functional.

Flood restoration is the process of cleaning up and repairing a property after water damage. It involves drying, removing water, cleaning and sanitizing, checking for mold, and repairing floors, walls, and ceilings to return the home to safe, livable condition.

Floor joist repair fixes damaged or sagging horizontal supports under a floor. It involves inspecting for rot or breaks, replacing or sistering joists, reinforcing with blocking or brackets, and restoring level, strength, and safety of the floor above.

Floor joist replacement is replacing damaged or weakened support beams under a floor. It involves inspecting for damage, removing old joists, installing new, properly spaced joists, and securing with connectors and fasteners to restore strength and level flooring.

Foundation Repair is a service that fixes the support of a building’s base to prevent cracks, settling, and doors or windows from misaligning. It involves inspection, soil assessment, and methods like underpinning, injections, or pier systems to stabilize the structure.

Foundation repair is fixing cracks, settling, or movement in a building’s foundation to restore stability. It involves assessing the issue, sealing cracks, reinforcing or underpinning the foundation, and ensuring the structure sits level and safe.

A French drain system is a type of perimeter drain used to reroute water away from your home or other areas of your property where water is collecting. There are a few different kinds of French drains, and they can be installed both on the interior and exterior of your foundation or crawlspace.

Furnace installation is the process of putting a new heating furnace into a home or building, connecting the venting, gas or electrical supply, and thermostat, and ensuring it runs safely and efficiently.

Furnace replacement is swapping an old or faulty heating unit for a new one. It involves selecting a compatible furnace, removing the old system, installing the new furnace, connecting vents and electrical lines, and testing the unit for safe, efficient operation.

Gas Leak Testing checks for gas leaks in homes or buildings using detectors and methods to find escaping gas. It involves inspecting connections, appliances, and pipelines, performing tests, and reporting findings to ensure safe operation and prevent hazards.

Healthy Home Solutions is a service that helps you improve your living space with clean, safe, and efficient practices, including air and water quality checks, energy-saving recommendations, and practical home wellness tips to create a healthier, more comfortable home.

Heat Pumps are energy-efficient systems that transfer heat between indoors and outdoors to heat or cool a home. They use electricity to move warmth, work in various climates, require proper sizing and installation, and offer a low operating-cost heating option.

Heat pump installation is setting up a device that transfers heat between indoors and outdoors to heat or cool your home. It involves selecting a suitable unit, mounting it, connecting refrigerant lines and electricals, and testing for safe, efficient operation.

A heating system provides warmth for a building by circulating heated air or water through a network of ducts or pipes, using a furnace, boiler, or heat pump. It involves installation, control with thermostats, regular maintenance, and safe operation to keep spaces comfortable.

Heating system installation is the process of setting up a new heating unit (like a furnace, boiler, or heat pump) in your home, including sizing, placing components, connecting utilities, testing performance, and ensuring safe, efficient operation.

Home Energy Audits assess how a home uses energy, identify where heat is lost, and recommend fixes like sealing gaps, improving insulation, and upgrading appliances to save money and reduce carbon emissions.

Home Energy Improvements helps homeowners save on energy costs by assessing your home, recommending upgrades like insulation, sealing, and efficient appliances, and guiding you through rebates and installations to create a more comfortable, lower-energy home.

Home Heating is a service that provides warmth for your home by delivering hot air, steam, or water through a heating system. It involves installation, maintenance, repairs, and energy-efficient upgrades to keep rooms comfortable and safe.

Home Insulation is a service that fills walls, ceilings, and floors with materials to reduce heat loss or gain, keeping your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer. It involves assessing needs, installing insulation, and sometimes sealing gaps for efficiency.

A Home Loan is a bank loan used to buy a house. It involves borrowing money, paying it back with interest over many years, and meeting requirements like a down payment, income verification, and ongoing repayments to own the home.

Home Maintenance is a service that helps keep your house in good shape by scheduling regular upkeep, inspections, and small repairs for tasks like HVAC checks, plumbing, electrical safety, and preventive maintenance.

Home Performance Tests assess a home's energy use and comfort by checking insulation, air leaks, ventilation, and system efficiency. It involves measurements, inspections, and recommended improvements to save energy and improve indoor comfort.

Home Repairs is a handyman service that fixes and maintains your house, from minor fixes like leaking taps and squeaky doors to larger tasks such as patching walls, basic electrical or plumbing issues, and routine upkeep to keep your home safe and functional.

Home Upgrades is a service that helps you improve and modernize your house, including renovations, energy efficiency upgrades, safer electrical or plumbing fixes, upgrades to kitchens and bathrooms, and adding smart features, all with expert planning and installation.

Homes Assessments is a service that checks a house’s condition, safety, and value. It covers inspections of structure, systems, and safety features, notes needed repairs, and provides a report to help buyers, owners, or lenders make informed decisions.

House Sealing is a service that tightens and seals gaps in a home to stop drafts, improve energy efficiency, and keep out pests. It involves inspecting for leaks, sealing cracks and openings, and using weatherstripping or sealants around doors, windows, and vents.

Infrared Camera captures heat from objects as infrared radiation, turning it into a visual image. It helps see temperature differences, detect heat loss, monitor equipment, and visualize living beings or hot spots in low-light or no-light conditions.

Infrared Thermal Imaging is a service that detects heat patterns from objects or people using infrared cameras. It shows temperature differences, helps identify hotspots or cold areas, and is used in building inspections, maintenance, and safety assessments.

Install AC describes a service that sets up an air conditioning system in a space, including selecting a suitable unit, mounting the components, wiring and wiring checks, and testing cooling performance to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Installation is the process of setting up a product so it can be used. It involves preparing the environment, transferring files, configuring options, and verifying everything works, so the software or equipment runs smoothly.

Insulation Materials is a service that provides protective and space-saving materials to reduce heat loss or gain in buildings, pipes, or appliances, including selecting, supplying, and installing suitable insulation to improve energy efficiency and comfort.

Insulation Wall is a service that adds insulating material to walls to keep buildings warm in winter and cool in summer, reducing energy use. It involves selecting the right insulation, preparing surfaces, installing the material, and sealing gaps for an airtight finish.

Lower Maintenance is a service that reduces ongoing upkeep by simplifying tasks, automating routine actions, and providing basic support to keep systems running smoothly with minimal effort from you.

Mini split installation is setting up a compact, wall-mounted air conditioner with an outdoor unit. It involves mounting indoor and outdoor units, routing refrigerant lines, wiring, and testing the system for proper cooling and air flow.

Moisture Barriers are protective layers applied to surfaces to block water and humidity from seeping in. It involves applying a sealant or barrier material, ensuring a dry surface, and coating gaps to prevent moisture damage and mold growth.

Mold Remediation is a service that finds and removes mold from your home, fixes the moisture problem, cleans affected areas, and prevents future growth to keep indoor air safe and healthy.

Mold cleaning is a service that removes mold growth from areas like walls, ceilings, and ducts, using cleaning agents, protective gear, and sometimes moisture control, to improve air quality and prevent damage.

Mold damage restoration is cleaning and fixing areas damaged by mold growth, removing mold, drying water-damaged spaces, and repairing walls, floors, and ceilings to restore a safe, healthy indoor environment.

Mold inspection is a service that checks a building for mold growth, moisture problems, and hidden damage. A technician surveys rooms, checks surfaces and air, tests samples if needed, and provides findings and recommendations to prevent mold.

Mold mitigation is cleaning and removing mold growth from a home or building, stopping moisture sources, drying affected areas, cleaning contaminated surfaces, and applying treatments to prevent future mold. It aims to restore safe indoor air quality.

Mold remediation is cleaning, removing, and preventing mold growth in homes or buildings. It involves identifying moisture sources, safely containing affected areas, using protective gear, removing moldy materials, cleaning surfaces, and fixing leaks to prevent recurrence.

New Insulation is a service that adds or upgrades insulation in walls, ceilings, or floors to improve energy efficiency, reduce drafts, and lower heating and cooling costs. It involves assessing, removing old material if needed, and installing suitable insulation.

Noise Reduction is a service that removes background sounds from audio or video to make speech clearer. It analyzes the recording, reduces or eliminates steady hums and hiss, and preserves the important parts, so the overall sound is cleaner and easier to understand.

A perimeter drain is a trench filled with gravel and a perforated pipe placed around the edge of a foundation to collect and redirect groundwater away from a building, preventing basement leaks and soggy soil.

Plumbing is the service of installing, fixing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and appliances that bring clean water in and take waste out. It includes leaks, clogs, water heaters, and pipe repairs in homes and buildings.

Plumbing fixture installation is the service of putting in or replacing items like sinks, toilets, faucets, and showers in a home. It involves measuring, connecting pipes, sealing with joints, testing for leaks, and ensuring proper water flow and drainage.

Polyethylene Vapor Barrier is a thin plastic layer installed in walls or floors to block moisture from seeping into insulation and structure, helping prevent mold and damage. It involves laying and sealing a continuous sheet during construction.

Structural repair services to to fix wood rot, which will eat away and weaken floor joists, main carrying beams and girders, and more.

Removal Of Old Insulation is the safe process of taking out outdated or damaged insulation from walls or ceilings so a building can be re-insulated properly, reducing drafts and heat loss. It involves proper containment, protective gear, disposal, and cleanup.

Repair flooring is fixing damaged floor surfaces like cracks, chips, or loose boards. It involves assessing damage, cleaning, leveling, patching or replacing sections, sanding, and protecting with finish to restore a safe, smooth, and even floor.

Replacement Crawl Space is a service that removes or restores a damaged crawl space, replacing insulation, damp-proofing, and support elements to prevent moisture, improve air quality, and stabilize the structure.

Replacing Windows is a service that installs new windows in a building to improve insulation, reduce drafts, and update style. It involves removing old panes and frames, preparing openings, fitting the new units, sealing, and testing for proper operation.

Retrofit Insulation is adding new insulation to an existing building to improve energy efficiency. It involves inspecting walls or ceilings, choosing suitable materials, and installing insulation to reduce heat loss and save on heating and cooling costs.

Sealed Crawl Space is a service that airtight-seals and encapsulates your crawl space to prevent moisture, odors, and pests, then installs a vapor barrier and proper drainage to keep the area dry, improve air quality, and protect your home.

Sidewall Insulation is adding insulating material to the exterior or interior sidewalls of a building to reduce heat loss, improve comfort, and save energy by sealing gaps and preventing drafts during construction or renovation.

Spray Foam Insulation Installing is a service that fills wall and attic spaces with spray foam foam to seal gaps, reduce air leaks, and improve energy efficiency. It involves preparing surfaces, spraying the foam, and allowing it to cure for insulation and soundproofing.

Structural Repair is fixing the main supports of a building or object to restore safety and strength. It involves assessing damage, replacing or reinforcing beams, columns, or foundations, and ensuring stability to prevent further problems.

Structural engineering is the design and analysis of buildings and structures to ensure they are safe, strong, and stable. It involves calculating loads, selecting materials, and creating plans for foundations, beams, and supports to withstand forces like wind, earthquakes, and gravity.

Structural frame repair restores the main building skeleton after damage, fixing or replacing beams, columns, and connections to restore strength, alignment, and safety. It involves assessment, parts replacement, welding or bolting, and rechecking stability.

Structural repair is fixing the main framework of a building or object when it has cracks, damage, or weakness. It involves assessing the problem, strengthening or replacing damaged parts, and ensuring the structure is safe and stable again.

Sump Pumps are devices placed in basements or low spots to remove accumulating water. They detect moisture and automatically pump it out through a drain, helping prevent flooding and water damage during rain or when groundwater rises.

Thermal Imaging & Diagnostics uses infrared cameras to visualize heat patterns in buildings, devices, or people. It helps detect hotspots, insulation gaps, electrical issues, or medical concerns by measuring temperature differences and guiding repairs or assessments.

Thermostat installation is installing a device that controls home heating and cooling. It involves wiring the unit, pairing sensors, configuring temperature schedules, and testing for proper operation to keep rooms comfortable and energy-efficient.

Water damage-related cleanup & repair is a service that responds to floods or leaks, removes water, dries and sanitizes the area, and repairs damaged walls, floors, and structures to restore safety and normal use in homes or buildings.

Water damage-related mold removal is cleaning up mold that grows after moisture exposure, drying the area, removing contaminated materials, treating remaining surfaces, and preventing future moisture to keep your home safe and breathable.

Water damage-related pest control is a service that fixes water problems to prevent pests. It combines water damage assessment, drying, mold removal, and targeted pest treatment to protect your home and reduce bug or rodent infestations after flooding or leaks.

Water removal is a service that removes excess water from areas like homes or facilities after spills, floods, or leaks. It involves pumping or extracting water, drying with pumps and dehumidifiers, and monitoring moisture to prevent damage and mold.

Whole Home Dehumidifiers remove excess humidity from the entire house, improving comfort and reducing mold, musty odors, and dampness. They’re integrated into your home's HVAC system to continuously dry air, with maintenance like filter changes.

Whole House Insulation is a service that helps keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer by filling walls, attic, and floors with insulating material, reducing drafts and energy use, and improving comfort and savings.