Floor Joists · Rim Joist · Removal · Encapsulation
Master Attic fills empty and failing crawl space floor joist bays with new insulation across Bensalem, Pennsylvania, wrapping the rim joist perimeter that a lot of original construction skipped, whether the house is a 1950s Cornwells Heights rancher or a townhouse raised decades later. Free estimates anywhere in Bucks County.
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Cold floors in winter are usually the first clue that a Bensalem crawl space was either never insulated or has lost what little insulation it had. Additions built onto older ranches sometimes skipped the floor joist step entirely, and the split-levels and Cape Cods raised through the 1960s and 70s near Trevose and Eddington often carry batts that separated from the joists years ago after one too many humid summers.
Before any new material goes in, we look at what is actually up in the bays rather than what should theoretically be there. Loose, missing or damaged insulation comes out first. The rim joist and sill, the narrow perimeter band a lot of original construction never touched, gets sealed at the same time, since new batts laid over an open seam only solve part of the heat loss. Once that is handled, new batts fill the floor to a standard well beyond what 1950s and 60s construction used.
Every Bensalem crawl space gets its own written estimate rather than a flat quote applied without a look, because what a specific space needs, a straightforward fill of empty bays or a fuller job involving removal and sealing first, depends entirely on what the inspection turns up underneath a particular Cornwells Heights ranch or a newer stretch of townhouses.
Six jobs that come up once a Bensalem crawl space floor is already open, all covered in one free inspection.
The four conditions behind most new crawlspace insulation calls in Bensalem, PA.
A handful of Bensalem additions and older sections were framed without any floor insulation step at all, so the rooms sitting above them have been losing heat directly into open crawl space air since the day they went up.
Floor insulation between the joists usually stops short of the rim joist itself, leaving a narrow strip running the entire perimeter of the crawl space that offsets a real portion of whatever insulation sits next to it.
With the Neshaminy Creek and the Delaware River both within reach of the township, insulation installed decades ago has spent years absorbing damp air, and what is left by the time a homeowner calls has usually pulled loose from the joists on its own.
Insulation that has dropped low enough to touch the dirt floor becomes an inviting place for mice to settle, and pulling that specific material out is a required step long before we touch anything new.
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Master Attic did a phenomenal job with our attic insulation and duct replacement. We had a loss from smoke damage from a neighboring fire and we were met with compassion and excellent customer service from Danny Jones and Jorge Diaz. We chose them for their quality of work, expertise and fair pricing and they got the job done promptly. Thank you for the excellent work and we will be recommending you highly!
We just had our attic insulation replaced, and the entire experience was pleasant from start to finish. Robert is knowledgeable, honest and easy to work with at the initial estimate period. Roberta and his crew did a great job replacing the attic insulation for our house. They were very professional, efficient and respectful. They did everything that needed to be done and left the space clean and in excellent condition. I am very happy that I chose Master Attic and would highly recommend them.
Dan Jones and the Ronald crew did a great job from start to finish! I had original insulation in my attic with no electricity, not an easy job. Our upstairs was very hot in the summer and cold in winter. With having central air, we still needed AC units and space heaters to manage. Dan set up a great plan to eliminate that. He and his crew were able to come and finish the job shortly after we first met. They were quick, clean and managed to crawl into small spaces to remove old insulation and install fresh insulation. We have already noticed a major difference! Highly recommended!!
We hired Master Attic to clean out debris, mice, old insulation, and replace with new insulation in both our attic spaces. Roberto and his crew did a phenomenal job. They were extremely professional, polite, and did a fantastic job. They invited my husband to see the attic after each step, and took pictures on their phone to show me since I could not get up in the attic. They took the time to protect the space with plastic sheeting before the job up in the attic, and then cleaned up everything perfectly afterwards. I highly recommend them!
Great job by the team. Cleaned out the entire attic and replaced all the old insulation with new fresh insulation. Made a huge difference. Alex was great to work with and was very professional. Would highly recommend.
Awesome experience from start to finish. Rob provided a great assessment and capabilities overview, arrived on time and was very generous and thorough in explaining the work. I signed on the spot. A crew of six arrived (again, on time) and completely transformed our attic space - thoroughly cleaned out the old insulation (looked spotless afterwards), sanitized the space, sealed it/rodent proofed it, added baffles and of course, replaced the insulation and added more in areas that needed it. Completed the whole job in half a day and we are delighted with the result. Thank you, Master Attic team, for a job very well done! Highest recommendation.
What a great experience I had with this company and its employees. It started with initially interacting with Joe who came out for the estimate. He was funny because he came down from my attic and said "have you seen up there". I laughed because I had and I knew it was bad. He was no pressure and no nonsense. Gave me an estimate and said if I wanted we could have the work done next day. I wasn't ready for that but after some schedule juggling I told him we could be ready. Joe had his guys out next morning with the best part being Jorge calling me to advise he was about thirty minutes out. I appreciate when I am given a heads up as to ETA. Three of them arrived Jorge set out plastic and covered exposed furniture. Jorge, Angel and Gonzalo were all polite and worked hard to complete the task. They worked efficiently and were done quickly. Jorge made sure he included me in each step of the process and when I saw the finished product I was amazed. I can actually use my attic for storage if I choose to do so. I did not realize when they were here that they also do work on crawlspace areas. I will be calling them back to see what they can do for my crawlspace which easily rivals the diasaster called my attic. I recommend at least giving this company and its employees an opportunity to help you.
Great company to work with. From beginning to end, Dan came out, spent plenty of time with me going over everything that needed to be done, and the process of everything that needed to be updated it both attics. His professionalism was top notch, answered all my question and concerns. When it came time for George and his six-man crew to do the work their quality of workmanship was well above average, they were here the whole day, and I don't think they even had a lunch break (hopefully I don't get him in trouble). They all worked and everyone knew what their job was, they removed all the insulation, cleaned, spray foamed all holes and top plates, re-insulated both attics and cleaned up like they weren't even here. Will definitely use them again.
Master Attic remediated a bat issue for us back in October and I can’t say enough about what a wonderful job they did. The work was guaranteed and they encouraged us to call if we say any further evidence of bats. Well, there were a few droppings in the attic and they quickly responded to our concerns. Jose’s crew came out on a SUNDAY, inspected the attic, and sealed up several spots that could be entry points. They were professional, efficient, and kind. I would highly recommend them. You will not be disappointed.
Yes, and it is a common call in additions and a handful of Bensalem's older sections. Once the joist bays and rim joist are checked and any gaps around the sill are closed, we fill the open floor with new batts to a standard well beyond what southeast Pennsylvania construction used decades ago.
Empty, ready joist bays move quickly. A crawl space needing old material pulled first, rim joist sealing, or working around tight access takes longer. Rather than estimate over the phone, we walk the space and put a real number in front of you before the crew is ever scheduled.
It is. License 147980, issued under Pennsylvania's Home Improvement Contractor program, applies to new crawlspace insulation along with everything else Master Attic does in Bensalem, and the coverage carries into Bucks County and eastern Pennsylvania more broadly, with full insurance behind every crew member who steps into a crawl space.
That depends on the crawl space itself. A vented one near the Neshaminy Creek or Delaware River typically needs it, since insulation on its own will not keep moisture from returning. Whether sealing belongs in your particular project, or whether insulation by itself is sufficient, is something the inspection settles rather than a rule that applies everywhere.
The inspection covers what is currently in the bays, the rim joist's condition, and whether moisture or rodent activity needs handling first. From there we know whether it is a simple new install or whether removal and sealing come before any insulation goes in.
When it is damp, sagging or carries any evidence a rodent nested in it, yes, because laying new material against contaminated insulation defeats the purpose. Dry material that is still firmly attached to the joists is sometimes left in place with new insulation added over it.
Langhorne, Croydon, Feasterville-Trevose and Bristol Township see regular visits, with Yardley marking the northern edge of the Pennsylvania territory we cover. A crawl space with empty or failed floor insulation is just as common a find in those towns as it is in Bensalem.
It is usually the first difference homeowners notice, since cold floors in winter are a direct symptom of an uninsulated or failing crawl space below. Filling the joist bays properly and wrapping the rim joist along with them closes off the specific paths that cold has been using to reach the floor.
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