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What To Do When Insulation Gets Wet?
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What To Do When Insulation Gets Wet?

Spray foam insulation has many advantages, including its ability to provide warm, durable insulation that can last for decades. Unfortunately, one of the downsides of spray foam insulation is that it can be vulnerable to water damage. If your spray foam insulation gets wet, there are a few steps you can take to minimize the risk and ensure that your insulation is as effective as possible. Let’s take a look at what you should do when your spray foam insulation gets wet. First and foremost, it’s important to identify where the water came from in order to prevent any future [...]

What To Do When Insulation Gets Wet?Blogauthor2023-09-12T15:34:02+00:00

The Benefits of Insulating Your Garage Ceiling

If you have a garage, then you know how important it is to keep it at a comfortable temperature. Insulating your garage ceiling is one of the best ways to maintain a consistent temperature throughout the room, but what are the benefits of doing so? Let’s take a look at the benefits of garage ceiling insulation. The most obvious benefit associated with insulating your garage ceiling is that it helps control the temperature inside the space. By keeping the area heated during the winter and cooled during the summer, you can ensure that you always have a pleasant environment in [...]

The Benefits of Insulating Your Garage CeilingBlogauthor2023-09-12T15:32:54+00:00

The Truth About Radiant Barriers: Busting Common Myths
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The Truth About Radiant Barriers: Busting Common Myths

Radiant barriers have gained popularity over the years for their ability to improve energy efficiency in homes. But along with this popularity comes a few common myths and misconceptions that need to be addressed. In this blog post, we'll be debunking some of these myths and giving you the facts you need to know about radiant barriers. Myth #1: Radiant barriers eliminate the need for insulation. Fact: Radiant barriers don't replace the need for insulation in your home. While insulation helps to regulate the temperature inside your home, radiant barriers work differently by reflecting radiant heat from the sun. Myth [...]

The Truth About Radiant Barriers: Busting Common MythsBlogauthor2023-04-27T21:43:57+00:00

How Insulation Can Help Keep Your Home Cooler in the Summer
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How Insulation Can Help Keep Your Home Cooler in the Summer

Whether you are looking to make your home more energy-efficient or just want to keep it cooler in the summer, insulation can help. But does insulation really keep a house cooler in the summer? The answer is yes! Insulation prevents heat from entering your home, keeping it cool and comfortable even during scorching hot days. Let’s take a look at how insulation works to keep your home cooler in the summer. What Does Insulation Do? Insulation is designed to slow the transfer of heat, which means it keeps hot and cold air out. This is especially beneficial in climates where [...]

How Insulation Can Help Keep Your Home Cooler in the SummerBlogauthor2023-04-13T20:45:21+00:00

The 5 Most Popular Questions About What Spray Foam Insulation Can Do

Spray foam insulation is a type of insulation that is sprayed onto a surface, typically in the form of a liquid, which then expands to form a solid barrier. This barrier helps prevent heat loss or gain, and can also act as a soundproofing material. Spray foam insulation has many benefits, which is why it is such a popular choice for homes and businesses. In this article, we will answer some of the most popular questions about spray foam insulation. 1. Can spray foam insulation cause mold? No, spray foam insulation will not cause mold. In fact, it can help [...]

The 5 Most Popular Questions About What Spray Foam Insulation Can DoBlogauthor2023-09-12T15:30:55+00:00

The Importance of Proper Attic Insulation Removal

Your attic is one of the most important places in your home when it comes to insulation. As such, replacing your old insulation can help improve your home’s energy efficiency and comfort level. There are several reasons why you might need to remove your attic insulation, including water damage, pest infestation, or simply because the insulation needs to be replaced. If you’re removing old insulation, it’s important to do so safely and properly in an effort to avoid damaging your home or harming yourself. Removing old insulation and adding new insulation can help improve your home’s energy efficiency and overall comfort. [...]

The Importance of Proper Attic Insulation RemovalBlogauthor2023-04-13T17:40:07+00:00

Why You Should Consider Installing a Radiant Barrier in Your Attic or Roof
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Why You Should Consider Installing a Radiant Barrier in Your Attic or Roof

Radiant barriers are a great way to improve your home's energy efficiency. They keep heat from entering your property during the summer and prevent heat loss during the winter. Installation is typically easy. This could be an affordable option that'll help improve your home’s overall comfort levels while helping you save on energy costs. Here are some questions you may have about radiant barriers. What is a radiant barrier? A radiant barrier is a material that reflects heat away from a building or structure. It is typically installed in the property's attic or roof and can be made of either [...]

Why You Should Consider Installing a Radiant Barrier in Your Attic or RoofBlogauthor2023-09-07T17:47:40+00:00

Home Insulation Requirements for Florida

Table of Contents Home Insulation Requirements for Florida R-Values and Building Code Requirements Insulation Requirements for Florida Saving by doing Home Insulation Conclusion Resources and References: Home Insulation Requirements for Florida Florida residents may not have to insulate their homes upon the freezing winters, but having them warm in winters and cool in the months of summer need proper insulation. Here is all you require to know about home insulation in Florida. Residential insulation is a way of saving power, as well. First, the homeowners will have to check their attics for the quantity of insulation now in place. Most [...]

Home Insulation Requirements for FloridaBlogauthor2021-05-13T14:29:04+00:00

An Overview of Insulation Requirements in Florida

Table of Contents An Overview of Insulation Requirements in Florida Insulation Materials Resources and References: An Overview of Insulation Requirements in Florida The location in the house classifies residential requirements for insulation. Framed wall insulation must satisfy or exceed R-13. For block walls, interior padding must fit or exceed R-7.8, and exterior insulation must be R-6. Ceiling insulation must be much higher at R-30, and a raised floor must be at least R-13. Insulating power, or R-Value, is only one factor to acknowledge when building or improving a home to keep it comfortable. Various materials respond to weather conditions differently. [...]

An Overview of Insulation Requirements in FloridaBlogauthor2022-02-01T15:14:55+00:00

Florida Homeowner’s Guide to Adding Attic Insulation

Table of Contents Florida Homeowner’s Guide to Adding Attic Insulation How much Attic Insulation is Already There? How Much do I Need to Add? What type of insulation should I add? Blown-in/Loose-fill Need help? Resources and References: Florida Homeowner’s Guide to Adding Attic Insulation If you have a home built before 1982, your home’s attic is under-insulated. This is no choice since an under-insulated attic will: Allow unwanted heat into your home Increase monthly electric bills Make your air conditioner run longer The attic is one of the most important areas in your home to insulate. So if you’re thinking of [...]

Florida Homeowner’s Guide to Adding Attic InsulationBlogauthor2020-08-28T11:43:58+00:00

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