Attic Insulation is one of the most crucial things you need to complete as a homeowner. Proper attic insulation can offer various benefits and contribute to your building’s code efficiency and health. This kind of insulation can also decrease your energy bills and give your home’s environment the desired temperature.
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What is Attic Insulation?
The attic insulation process contains a barrier that generally prevents any possible energy loss from the interior and exterior of your home. By insulating your attic you are not only doing a simple installation, but you are controlling your house from further damage such as unnecessary air leakage and high level of moisture that can lead to severe mold growth in your home’s spaces.
Furthermore, in case you are noticing any signs that have occurred during several seasons from your previous attic insulation, then you have to hire professionals that will remove the previous insulation and instead install a more appropriate one. If your home is weakly insulated, outdoor pollutants may seep inside, lowering the quality of the air. By insulating your attic, you can prevent these pollutants from entering the rest of your home. Additionally, it aids in preventing moisture buildup in your house.
Top benefits of Attic Insulation:
- Adds value to your home
- Improves indoor air quality
- Decrease energy cost
- Keeps the desired consistency of your home’s temperature
- Increases the durability and longevity of your roof
- Protects the environment
- Saves money
Which are the types of attic insulation?
If you have chosen to insulate your home, then you can decide between a variety of attic insulation types but first, consider the following factors:
- The proposed R-values for insulating areas.
- The right place you want to install or insulate.
The types of attic insulation are:
Spray Foam Insulation
This is the primary type of attic insulation and it is better to insulate corners and edges and primarily use it to fill gaps in existing walls. Spray foam is made of liquid polyurethane and when sprayed into the cavity of your attic or wall, it has the ability to expand and harden into a solid foam. Spray foam installation is better completed by a certified professional as specialized and high-technology equipment is needed to be placed correctly.
In such insulation projects, the main objective is to reduce the amount of heat that can escape from your roof. This goal can be reached only if your spray foam insulation has an average R-value of 6.
Open-Cell Spray Foam
Spray foam with an open cell structure has a lower density and is used to insulate continuously as well as act like an air barrier. This kind of spray foam can be used on walls, ducts, ceilings, unvented attics, and, last but not least, vented attics and crawl spaces. By filling in the cavities of these areas, open-cell spray foam is excellent for sealing airflow through cracks, joints, and seams.
Closed Cell Spray Foam
You can gain many benefits if you decide on closed-cell spray foam insulation for your property.
One of the biggest advantages compared to open-cell foam, is that it has a higher R-Value and density.
Due to its density and glue-like adhesion, closed-cell foam also strengthens a ceiling, wall, or roof structurally. This makes it very helpful for stopping air leaks at top plates and rim joists on the attic side of partitions.
Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass insulation on attics is one of the most widespread and popular insulation varieties. It consists of small strands of glass fibers that are blown in your attic. Fiberglass Insulation can be either installed in batts or blown into your attic.
Fiberglass Batt Insulation
It is the most common insulation that most homeowners choose to install. Mainly consisted of rolls of cut fiberglass material and for this installation, DIY techniques are not as efficient as expertized insulation professionals. Fiberglass installation is a straightforward process known for its soundproofing efficiencies, minimization of external noises and internal sounds keeping.
Fiberglass Loose-Fill Insulation
Mostly found in attics and newly constructed homes and is it made from molten glass engineered into fibers. Fiberglass tends to be mold-resistant, odourless, asbestos-free and non-combustible.
Fiberglass loose-fill insulation is really cost-effective and time-efficient because it takes up to a couple of hours to successfully install it.
As Attic insulation specialists, serving in Canada and in other regions, we can provide high-quality, safe and trustworthy insulation services.
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How do I know if I need more attic insulation in my home?
As with all types of insulation, attic insulation cannot endure and last forever as the installed material has the possibility to degrade over the years and the overall thermal performance can be compromised. In the case of a previous poorly attic insulation installation, you have to take some necessary actions and install brand new attic insulation.
The following signs can help you understand if you need upcoming attic insulation:
- During winter, you identify that the floors on the upper level are cooler compared to the floors on your main level.
- During summer, you identify that the upstairs floors are hotter compared to the downstairs floors.
- If you notice that your HVAC system is constantly operating overtime and your energy bills are suddenly and unexpectedly increased.
- In case you have below 14’’ of attic insulation. then consider hiring Eco Spray Insulation professionals and freely address your concerns, requirements and expectations of your attic insulation project by calling (416) 860-6664 or giving a detailed description to [email protected]. Our project manager is available to assist you and provide you with a free estimation!
Why you should replace your old insulation?
The material may deteriorate with time, exposure to extreme weather, and insects living inside your walls, making it less effective. If you don’t replace the insulation in your home, you might find that heating or cooling your home uses more energy.
The following signs can help you to better understand if you are in need of insulation replacement:
- Uneven house temperature
- Drafty house
- High energy bills
- Identify a family member that suffers from allergens or illnesses
- Constantly dealing with condensation, leaks and other moisture-related issues
- Insulation appears to be thin wet, thin, breaking down, falling
Why schedule an appointment with Eco Spray Insulation for attic insulation services?
If you suspect any of the mentioned factors, then contact Eco Spray Insulation professionals at (416) 860-6664 and let them assist you immediately. Eco Spray Insulation has helped hundreds of Canadian homes with insulation services. Our skilled insulation professionals can help you overcome every obstacle as well as transform your house functionality and make it comfortable and energy efficient. You can also contact our project manager at [email protected] by writing a small prescription for the insulation job that you want to complete and also include any insulation-related questions or uncertainties that you may have.
