Fiberglass Insulation Pros and Cons
One of the most popular types of insulation today is Fiberglass insulation. Fiberglass insulation comes in two forms. Long rolls or batts come with a paper backing and are installed in walls between the studs and the joists on floors. Without any paper backing, fiberglass insulation is primarily installed in ceilings. It can also be […]
Read more>>How do you Know your House is Well-Insulated?
When it comes to insulation, chances are your home may need more. NAIMA (North American Insulation Manufacturers Association) reports that ninety percent of homes in the U.S. are under-insulated. Unless you’ve added extra insulation when building your home or added insulation to the home you bought or renovated, there’s a nine in ten chance it […]
Read more>>Wall Insulation
Wall insulation is the insulation between your walls. Sounds simple, right? Well, it’s a little more complicated than that, but the process is relatively easy and pretty affordable. It also saves you a lot on your utility bills when done properly. The purpose of wall insulation is keeping your home at a stable temperature – […]
Read more>>Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass insulation is the most popular insulation used in the U.S. It is made of tiny glass fibers that are intertwined to trap heat from passing through it. Most commonly it is made in blanket like sheets that are cut and rolled into what are called batts. Batts are then sold to be cut and […]
Read more>>Crawl Space Insulation
Crawl space insulation is an area of insulation that is often overlooked. Many folks just don’t think of the crawl space when considering energy savings and where they can be applied. However, the crawl space runs a close second in regard to heat loss in a home and should definitely be considered. A sure sign […]
Read more>>Foam Insulation
Foam insulation is a polyurethane foam that is sprayed directly on to walls and floors to create insulation. It is a wet spray that expands and turns into a foam-like substance that hardens. It creates excellent insulation that is air and moisture proof. Foam insulation can be sprayed on to roof tiles, concrete slabs, and […]
Read more>>Blown Insulation
Blown insulation refers to the application of installation. It uses loose-fill insulation that is blown through a tube into the area you need insulated. Blown insulation is very easy to install which makes it a very popular form of insulation. What may take hours with rolled batt’s of insulation can be done in much less […]
Read more>>Attic Insulation
Homes lose heat through the uninsulated or poorly insulated attics more than anywhere else in the house. Why? Because heat rises and escapes through attics that are not properly insulated. A poorly insulated attic can cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in lost heat and energy costs. Not only does this make your […]
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