Ā We’ve reduced our natural gas usage by about 60% since 2011 by installing a new boiler and new windows. But we have one area that needs attention: the east foyer that has ourĀ lift ( elevator) access. You can feel the cold in that area in the winter as it flows down the elevator shaft. And we have condensation problems with water stains in the ceiling and flaking paint- pictured. So this fall, in concert with Faithful Footsteps of the United Church and Thomas Dyna-Build contractors, we’re improving the air flow and insulation in the foyer area. Please note, there will be some disruption with the usual doors being temporarily out of service.
Progress Report #1 – The work is underway !
The ceiling was removed this week ( Aug 13th) and we’ve found quite a few areas that need improvement. We can see where there has been water getting into our attic- most likely before the steel roof was installed – but we should know this weekend as the forecast is for rain and the ceiling has been removed. So the insulation that was wet has been taken away and will be replaced. The biggest problems we see are the lack of ventilationĀ for the attic and the lack of insulation of the lift ( elevator) shaft – no insulation at all on the sides!!Ā Which explains how cold it was in the lift in the winter.Ā So next week we’ll work on getting those problems fixed.
Update #2 Aug.Ā 20Ā
After a few rainy days, Dave from Dyna-Build checked the moisture level of some of wood structure in the attic and found it higher than it should be.Ā Dave then went up on the steel roof and found a few problem areas in the way theĀ roof was installed. ( London Eco-Roof ) . We’ve called the roofing company and now we are waiting to see what they say.
Update # 3 – Sept 8
The roof company says they have fixed the roof issues. New ceiling andĀ insulation installed. Yet to be completed is the new ventilation in the attic and the new entry door system.
Update #4 – Sept 29
Two roof vents were installed in the north and south walls of the addition to improve the ventilation in the attic.
The main item remaining is changing out the double glass entry doors to improved ones- hopefully within a week to 10 days.