Breck Paschal
Choosing Between Spray Foam and Traditional Insulation
Choosing the right insulation for your home can feel overwhelming with so many options available today. Whether you're building a new home, renovating an older property, or simply looking to improve your energy efficiency, understanding the differences between modern and...
Why Does My House Smell?
Causes, Health Risks, and Proven Solutions for Crawl Space Odors If you’ve ever noticed a musty, stale, damp, or downright unpleasant smell lingering in your home, there’s a strong chance the source isn’t your kitchen trash or that old carpet...
How to Fix Groundwater Seepage in Your Crawl Space
If your crawl space feels damp, smells musty, or shows signs of standing water, groundwater seepage is likely the culprit. Left untreated, that moisture can quietly invite mold, wood rot, poor indoor air quality, and expensive structural issues. The good...
Crawlspace & Attic Insulation Upgrade in Eugene, OR
Service: Crawlspace Vapor Barrier Replacement, Spray Foam Insulation, Attic Blown-In Insulation The Challenge Mr. Brewer reached out looking to redo the insulation in his crawlspace. While there was insulation present, it had clearly seen better decades. The existing materials were...
A Complete Guide to Insulating Every Part of Your Home
Proper insulation is one of the most important investments you can make in your home. It keeps you comfortable year-round, reduces energy bills, and minimizes your environmental footprint. Yet many homeowners overlook critical areas that could benefit from improved insulation....
Cold House Problems: Diagnose & Fix Heat Loss Issues
The stack effect (also called the "chimney effect") is a natural phenomenon where warm air rises and cold air sinks, creating air pressure differences that drive air movement through your home. In winter, this effect can dramatically increase your energy...
Springfield Spray Foam Insulation Job
When a Springfield, Oregon homeowner contacted Josh Lowe's Dr. Energy Saver about persistently cold floors and rising energy bills, they were dealing with a problem common to many Oregon homes—an uninsulated, poorly sealed crawl space that was literally draining energy...
Crawl Space Revamp in Depoe, Bay OR
When a Depoe Bay, Oregon homeowner contacted Josh Lowe's Dr. Energy Saver about persistent moisture issues in their crawl space, they were dealing with problems common to Oregon Coast homes: standing water, musty odors, and concerns about long-term structural damage....
Water Mitigation and Insulation Repair Job in Eugene, OR
Problem- Dr Energy Saver was called to a Eugene home after the homeowner expressed concerns of inadequate heating and cooling, along with a possible minor settlement in the flooring. What We Found- Our DES Team found evidence of settlement, (due...
