EcoMaster Insulation Contractors and Home Performance Experts

Air Conditioner: a device that cools and dehumidifies indoor air by drawing heat outside and circulating cooled air inside, using a compressor, refrigerant, and fans; it involves installation, regular maintenance, and set cooling controls for comfort.

Air Infiltration is measuring and assessing how outside air leaks into a building through gaps, cracks, and openings. It involves tests to locate leaks, estimate air flow, and identify fixes to improve energy efficiency and indoor comfort.

Air Leakage measures how much air sneaks in or out of a building through doors, windows, and cracks. It involves testing the building’s tightness, identifying leaks, and recommending sealing or insulation to improve energy efficiency and comfort.

Air Leaks is a service that helps you find and fix holes in a building’s air barrier, reducing drafts and energy loss. It involves testing for leaks, locating gaps, and sealing them to improve comfort and efficiency.

Air Movement is a service that investigates how air flows and circulates in a space, helping to improve ventilation, comfort, and air quality by measuring, modeling, and optimizing airflow patterns and exchange with outdoor air.

Aluminum Foils is a service that provides thin sheets of aluminum used for cooking, packaging, insulation, and barrier protection. It involves cutting, wrapping, and sealing items with aluminum foil for temperature control, preservation, and cleanliness.

Attic Hatches is a service that installs or repairs the entry hatch to your attic, making it secure, weather-tight, and easy to open. It involves measuring, choosing the right hatch, and proper sealing, insulation, and safety considerations.

Attic Insulation Contractors provide professional services to install or upgrade insulation in your attic, helping to keep your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer, reduce energy bills, improve comfort, and prevent drafts by sealing gaps and choosing the right insulation materials.

Attic Insulation Removal is the safe process of taking out old or damaged insulation from an attic, including disposing of it, inspecting for moisture or mold, and preparing the space for new insulation or air sealing.

Basement Flooding is a service that helps prevent and fix water buildup in basements, handling issues like leaks, seepage, and drainage problems, and may include pumps, sump wells, sealing, and water monitoring to keep spaces dry.

Basement Walls is a service that installs or repairs the walls of your basement to keep moisture out, provide structural support, and improve insulation. It involves wall waterproofing, crack sealing, framing if needed, and finishing options.

A Basement Waterproofing System protects a basement from moisture and leaks by sealing cracks, installing a drainage system, sump pump, and vapor barriers to keep rock, concrete, and living spaces dry and safe.

Blower Door Tests measure a building’s air leakage by sealing the openings, mounting a powerful fan in a frame, and recording pressure and air flow to find where drafts come from and how to improve energy efficiency.

Blown Attic Insulation is a process that fills an attic with loose, fibrous insulation blown in with a machine to improve warmth and energy efficiency, reduce drafts, and lower heating and cooling costs.

Cellulose insulation is a lightweight filling made from recycled paper treated for fire resistance, blown into walls or attic spaces to reduce heat loss and noise, improving energy efficiency in homes.

Crawl Space Clean Up In is a service that removes moisture, mold, debris, and pests from under a building. It includes sealing, moisture control, insulation checks, and safety measures to prevent damage and improve air quality.

Crawl Space Dehumidifiers are machines that remove excess moisture from damp crawl spaces, helping prevent mold and wood rot. They involve placing a dehumidifier in the area, routing drainage, and sometimes using vents or sump pumps for continuous dryness.

Unsealed, vented crawl spaces, contributes to wood rot, mold growth and increased pest activity, including infestation and colonization. Moisture in crawl spaces often migrates to the upper levels of the home through a “stack effect”. Excess moisture in crawl spaces has also been associated with contributing to increased energy consumption. Wintertime ventilation cools the crawl space, contributing to heat loss from the home. In the summer, introducing warm outside air under the home contributes to heat gains, increasing cooling loads. Whereas, crawl space encapsulation makes your home more energy efficient and comfortable by controlling energy loss, air movement and moisture in and out of your crawl space. Added benefits include, warmer floors in the winter, reduction of frozen pipes, improved air quality, critter control, and increasing the life of appliances installed in the crawl space such as furnaces or hot water heaters. Not to mention, it looks great!

Crawl Space Encapsulations seal and waterproof the crawl space to prevent moisture, mold, and odors. The process includes sealing vents, vapor barriers on the floor, insulation, and sometimes closing off crawl access for a tidy, energy-efficient, healthier home.

A Crawl Space Inspection is a check of the area beneath a home to look for moisture, mold, pests, structural issues, and drainage problems. It involves inspecting vents, insulation, vapor barriers, and the overall condition to prevent hidden damage.

Crawl Space Insulation Removal is the process of safely taking out old or damaged insulation from under a house to improve air quality, reduce moisture, and prepare the space for new insulation or repairs. It includes debris cleanup and disposal.

Crawl Space Liner is a protective cover placed under a home to seal and insulate the crawl space, keeping out moisture, pests, and cold air. It involves inspecting, cleaning, and installing durable sheeting or panels to improve energy efficiency and prevent damage.

Crawl Space Vapor Barriers provide a moisture barrier installed over the crawl space floor or walls to prevent dampness, mold, and odors. The service includes assessment, cleaning, subfloor protection, and stapling or sealing of a plastic membrane to create a dry, ventilated area.

Crawl Space Vents are openings or devices placed in crawl spaces to allow air flow, ventilation, and moisture control, helping reduce humidity, prevent mold, and improve air quality under a home.

Crawl Space Walls Insulated is a service that adds insulation to the walls of a crawl space to reduce heat loss, improve energy efficiency, and prevent moisture problems, often using foam board or spray insulation, with sealing and vapor barriers as needed.

Crawlspace Vents is a service that installs or upgrades vents and air pathways under a home to improve airflow, reduce moisture, and prevent mold by guiding outdoor air into the crawlspace and exhausting stale air.

Damp Proofing is a service that stops excess moisture in walls and ceilings from causing dampness, mold, and damage. It involves identifying moisture sources, applying barriers or barriers and breathable membranes, and sometimes repairing gaps or cracks to keep interiors dry.

Why have a dehumidifier installed? Excess moisture, introduced by way of unsealed, vented crawl spaces, contributes to wood rot, mold growth and increased pest activity, including infestation and colonization. Moisture in crawl spaces often migrates to the upper levels of the home through a “stack effect”. In essence, whatever air is below the house is also inside the house. This may lead to costly problems such as cupping of hardwood floors, mold growth, increased air conditioner loads, and swelling of millwork/cabinetry. Excess moisture, introduced by way of unsealed, vented crawl spaces, contributes to wood rot, mold growth and increased pest activity, including infestation and colonization. Moisture in crawl spaces often migrates to the upper levels of the home through a“stack effect”. Excess moisture in crawl spaces has also been associated with contributing to increased energy consumption.

Dehumidifier Installed: a service that adds a device to remove excess moisture from indoor air, improving comfort and preventing mold. It involves selecting a unit, installing or mounting it, connecting to power and drainage, and testing performance.

Drainage Mats are textured, absorbent mats placed on floors to catch and drain away water, keeping surfaces dry. They involve a durable, slip-resistant surface with channels that guide liquid to a drain or away from foot traffic, reducing slips and mess.

Drainage Systems is a service that designs, installs, and maintains pipes, drains, and related components to remove wastewater and excess rainwater from buildings and landscapes, preventing flooding and keeping areas dry and safe.

Drywall installation is the process of hanging and attaching large panels of drywall to the walls and ceilings of a room, then finishing them with taping, mudding, sanding, and sometimes priming, to create smooth, paintable surfaces.

Energy Assessment is a simple check of how you use energy at home or in a building. It involves inspecting insulation, heating, lighting, and appliances to identify quick improvements and estimate potential savings and payback.

Energy Auditing is a service that checks how a building uses energy, identifies where money and energy are wasted, and provides practical steps to save energy, cut costs, and improve efficiency through measurements, analysis, and recommendations.

An Energy Auditor assesses a building’s energy use to find wasted energy and high-use systems. They inspect insulation, heating/cooling, appliances, and lighting, measure performance, and suggest cost-effective upgrades to save energy and money.

Energy Efficient Improvements helps homeowners reduce energy use by upgrading insulation, windows, heating and cooling systems, and appliances, plus smarter thermostats and energy-efficient lighting, lowering bills and improving comfort.

Energy Tests is a service that checks how much energy a device uses, its efficiency, and safety. It involves measuring power consumption, battery or fuel use, performance under different conditions, and comparing results to standards to ensure reliability.

Energy Upgrades helps homes or buildings improve efficiency by upgrading insulation, lighting, heating, cooling, and appliances, reducing energy use and costs. It typically includes assessments, recommended improvements, and implementation support.

Exterior Insulation is a building upgrade where insulation is added to the outside walls to keep heat in or out, improving energy efficiency. It involves attaching insulated panels or foam, securing with adhesive or studs, and finishing with a protective coat.

Exterior Walls is a service that covers the outer structure of a building, including inspection, repair, coating, insulation, and weatherproofing to protect against moisture, wind, and wear, while improving appearance and energy efficiency.

Exterior painting is applying paint to the outside surfaces of a building to protect and refresh it. It involves cleaning, scraping loose paint, repairing spots, priming, and applying multiple coats of weather-resistant paint for a durable, attractive finish.

Fiberglass insulation is a lightweight material made of fine glass fibers that lines walls, attics, and floors to block heat loss or gain. It involves installing batts or rolls in cavities, with proper fit, barriers, and safety precautions to improve energy efficiency.

Fix Water Damage is a service that stops further water intrusion, dries out affected areas, removes damaged materials, and restores your property to its pre-loss condition through cleaning, sanitizing, and sometimes remodeling or rebuilding as needed.

Foam Air Sealing is the process of filling gaps and cracks in a building with spray foam to stop drafts, improve insulation, and boost energy efficiency. It involves applying polyurethane foam to walls, ceilings, and around outlets and penetrations.

Foundation Sealant is a liquid applied, brushable, asphalt-based coating designed to damp-proof and protect exterior foundation walls. Helps seal masonry surfaces. Reinforced with fibers, and great for sealing foundations!

Foundation Vents is a service that installs vents around a home's foundation to improve airflow and prevent moisture buildup, helping to reduce dampness and foundation issues by allowing crawl spaces to vent safely.

Foundation Waterproofing is a service that stops water from seeping into a building’s foundation. It involves assessing cracks, applying sealants or membranes, installing drainage, and ensuring the basement stays dry and structurally sound.

French drains collect water that would enter your structure or property and redistribute the water safely away from your home.

A Gutter Downspout is part of a roof drainage system that channels rainwater from gutters down to the ground or drainage area, using vertical pipes to prevent water damage and help protect foundations and landscaping.

Gutter cleaning is the process of removing leaves, dirt, and debris from roof gutters and downpipes to ensure rainwater flows freely away from your home, preventing clogs, leaks, and water damage.

Heating System is the setup and equipment that warms a building, using furnaces, boilers, or heat pumps to generate heat and distribute it through ducts or radiators, keeping rooms comfortable during cold weather.

Infrared Cameras capture heat patterns from objects, turning warmth into visible images. It involves using special sensors to detect infrared radiation, showing temperature differences for applications like night vision, building inspection, or wildlife observation.

Infrared Scanner is a device that detects heat and temperature differences from a distance, using infrared light. It involves measuring heat patterns, identifying hot or cold spots, and visualizing data to assess insulation, electrical issues, or equipment condition.

Infrared Scanning uses infrared cameras to detect heat differences in objects or buildings, showing hot or cold spots. It involves capturing thermal images, interpreting temperature patterns, and identifying insulation gaps, electrical faults, or moisture issues without contact.

Infrared Thermography uses a camera to detect heat waves emitted by objects, turning them into a thermal image. It involves scanning surfaces to identify temperature differences, diagnosing issues such as insulation gaps, electrical faults, or mechanical overheating without touching the surface.

Install Fiberglass is a service that fits fiberglass material into structures like walls or ducts, often for insulation or soundproofing. It involves measuring, cutting, placing fiberglass batts or panels, securing them, and ensuring proper fit and safety.

Install Spray Foam Insulation is a service that fills walls, ceilings, or gaps with spray foam to reduce heat loss and improve energy efficiency. Technicians spray a liquid that expands into foam, sealing cracks and creating an insulating barrier.

Install flooring means putting new floor material, like wood, tile, or carpet, into a room. It involves removing old flooring, preparing the surface, laying or snapping the new material, trimming edges, and finishing with any new moldings or seals.

Installing Vapor Barriers involves placing a thin, moisture-resistant layer in walls or ceilings to prevent water vapor from seeping into building materials, reducing moisture damage. It requires careful sealing at joints and around outlets for an effective, durable barrier.

Insulating Systems provides services to reduce heat loss and improve energy efficiency in buildings by installing and managing insulation materials, wraps, and assemblies, along with expert advice on applying proper insulation methods and ensuring compliance.

Insulation Seal is a service that seals gaps in walls and ducts to prevent drafts and heat loss, improving energy efficiency. It involves inspecting for leaks, applying sealant or foam, and testing for airtightness.

Interior Walls provides services for building or repairing walls inside a home or building, including framing, plastering or drywall, patching, sanding, and finishing paint or wallpaper to create room divisions and smooth, durable surfaces.

Moisture Management is a service that helps control dampness, humidity, and moisture in buildings or fabrics. It involves measuring moisture levels, using breathable materials, dehumidification, drainage, and strategies to prevent mold and damage, keeping environments comfortable.

Mold inspection is a home check to find visible mold and signs of moisture. A pro examines rooms, looks for dampness, checks surfaces and hidden spots, tests air or samples if needed, and suggests fixes to prevent mold growth.

Noise Control is a service that reduces unwanted sound in spaces and environments, using assessment, measurement, and practical steps like soundproofing, quiet equipment, and noise management plans to create calmer, compliant, and safer surroundings.

Paint indoors is a service that covers interior walls, ceilings, and surfaces with color or coating to refresh or change the look of a room, typically including prep, priming, rollers or brushes, and clean-up inside a home or building.

Perimeter Drainage is a system that collects and redirects groundwater around a building’s foundation to prevent leaks. It typically includes pipes, gravel, and a drainage trench that channel water away to a sump or drainage area.

Pipes Installed is a service that fits or replaces plumbing pipes to supply water and remove waste. It involves planning, measuring, cutting, joining pipes, testing for leaks, and ensuring proper safety and code compliance in homes or buildings.

Plumbing fixture installation is the service of putting in items like sinks, toilets, faucets, and showers, connecting them to water supply and drainage, checking for leaks, and ensuring proper operation and safety in homes or buildings.

Radiant Barrier Insulation is a reflective layer installed in attics or walls that reduces heat transfer by reflecting radiant heat from the sun, keeping interiors cooler in summer and warmer in winter, and may involve radiant barriers, foil, and proper ventilation.

Raleigh Crawl Space Mold Remediation is a service that removes and cleans mold buildup under a home, dries the area, fixes moisture issues, and prevents future mold growth to improve air quality and protect the structure.

Reflective insulation is a lightweight layer installed in walls, roofs, or attics that reflects radiant heat with shiny foil surfaces, reducing heat transfer. It involves placing reflective material and air gaps to improve energy efficiency.

Remove Existing Insulation is a service that safely takes out old or damaged insulation from walls or ceilings, preparing the space for new insulation. It includes containment, cleanup, and proper disposal to prevent dust and allergens.

Remove Old Insulation is a service that safely takes out outdated or damaged insulation from walls or ceilings. It involves inspecting for hazards, removing the material, cleaning debris, and preparing the area for new, up-to-code insulation installation.

Repair flooring is fixing damaged floor surfaces, such as replacing warped boards, filling cracks, repairing seams, and resealing or refinishing to restore a smooth, safe, and visually appealing floor.

Repair water fixtures is a service that fixes leaky or malfunctioning taps, faucets, pipes, and valves, replacing worn parts, tightening connections, and restoring proper flow and efficiency in sinks, showers, and toilets.

Residential Jobs is a service that handles home-based projects, such as repairs, maintenance, renovations, and installations for houses. It involves planning, executing tasks, coordinating trades, and ensuring quality work and safety in a client’s home.

Rim Joists is a home exterior service that inspects and repairs the top edge of a wall where the roof supports sit. It involves checking for rot, gaps, or damage, then replacing or reinforcing the rim board and sealing to keep the structure sturdy and weatherproof.

Sealed Crawl Spaces is a service that creates a moisture- and air-tight barrier in crawl spaces, reducing humidity, preventing mold and pests, and improving home energy efficiency. It involves sealing vents, sealing gaps, and sometimes installing vapor barriers and insulation.

Steel Studs is a building service that supplies and installs metal framing for walls and ceilings, using lightweight steel studs and tracks, screws, and spacers to create sturdy, fire-resistant structures suitable for commercial and residential construction.

Structural Repairs is fixing the main framework of a building, such as walls, foundations, beams, and supports, to restore safety and stability. It involves assessing damage, planning repairs, and using materials to reinforce or replace weakened parts.

Subfloor insulation is the process of adding insulating material under the floor to reduce heat loss, keep spaces warmer, and save energy. It involves assessing the subfloor area, choosing appropriate insulation, and installing panels or batts securely between joists.

Sump Pumps are devices installed in basements or crawl spaces to remove water that collects there, especially from rain or flooding. They pump water out to a drainage area, usually via a basin and automatic float switch for continuous protection.

Thermal Insulation is a service that slows heat flow to keep buildings warm in cold weather and cool in hot weather. It involves adding materials and barriers to walls, roofs, and pipes to improve energy efficiency and comfort.

Water damage-related mold removal is cleaning up mold growth that occurs after flooding or leaks. It involves finding the source, drying the area, removing contaminated materials, treating with antimicrobial products, and restoring to prevent future mold.

Water damage-related pest control is a service that cleans up and dries water-affected areas, then treats for pests that are drawn to moisture, prevents mold growth, and restores damaged spaces to reduce future infestations.

Cellulose insulation is a natural insulator. Cellulose insulation may be dense packed in walls, wet- sprayed, or blown in dry and loose in the attic or ceiling areas. Usually a higher r-value can be attained with less volume using cellulose.

Loose fill fiberglass insulation is usually blown into the attic between the ceiling joists and on top of the drywall. May go up to R60 r-value depending on need. With fiberglass, its the air pockets between the fibers of insulation that slow conduction and insulate.

Crawl space mold remediation, or crawl space mold removal is a process in which mold is cleaned and removed from a building, through professional methods. Mold remediation is necessary in cases where significant growth is present. Mold remediation involves special equipment, chemicals, and cleaners to remove existing mold and prevent future growth. Mold is linked to respiratory and allergy diseases, especially among infants and the elderly. Additionally, cases of mold can be widespread and unsightly, as well as damaging to the structure of a building.

installation of batt insulation between wall framing, floor joists, or ceiling joists. Secured in the crawl space with iron supports. Faced insulation stapled between framing on walls. Faced insulation stapled between ceiling joists.

Removal of loose fill insulation, batt insulation, roll insulation, blown insulation. Vacuum removal of loose fill and blown in insulation. Hand removal of batt insulation or roll insulation.

Radiant barrier insulation is a highly effective reflective foil faced insulation. Radiant barrier can be used to insulate your home from roof down to the rafters, gable walls, attic doors or decking, and even the walls if you are remodeling and the drywall is down. It provides a barrier for radiant energy that is many times greater than most other insulating materials and is without a doubt, saves the most energy with the least amount of space used. Very thin, very effective.- Raleigh Cary Durham