You may not think about home insulation very often, but it can help you feel warmer on a cool day when you have enough of it installed in your home. Of course, you have to install the right insulation types and materials in the right places for maximum return on your investment. Here is what you need to know.
Insulation rolls and batts are very common insulation types for home construction and for topping off insulation in attics. Fiberglass is the most widely used type of insulation rolls and batts. That doesn't mean it's the best value. It's prone to leaving gaps around building materials. Or, it's simply mashed in place to fit, which lowers its R-value.
Blown-in insulation is a terrific value for new home construction and for upgrading your current insulation levels in your existing home. Blown-in insulation is installed by your service provider using a long hose attached to a machine outside your home. It's great for insulating your attic and walls as it fills every last crevice. Blown-in insulation is available in fiberglass and cellulose materials, which both have their perks and quirks:
Spray foam insulation is sprayed into place using a machine. Spray foam is excellent to install practically anywhere in your home -- attic, walls and basement. Spray foam offers three notable advantages to other insulation types:
At Russell's Heating & Cooling, we'll work closely with you to help you decide which insulation types are best for your southeast Virginia home for maximum comfort and return on investment. Our goal is to help educate our customers in Chesapeake, Virginia and surrounding areas about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about types of insulation and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 757-750-1831. Credit/Copyright Attribution: “Dalomo/Pixabay”