Insulation
Why insulate your home?
Your home is one of the largest investments you will make. Air leakage problems in both existing and new homes are the most common cause of discomfort, health, and efficiency problems. Just because your home was built to code, does not mean it will be energy efficient and comfortable.
Properly insulated homes can use 30 to 50 percent less energy than homes without adequate insulation. Lining your home’s "thermal envelope" by adding materials that don't readily allow heat to escape through your walls, ceilings, floors, from around your home's foundations, and its ductwork saves energy by keeping heat in during the winter and keeping heat out during the summer.
The effectiveness of insulation is measured by its R-value The R-value designates its resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating ability - the more effective it is. Generally speaking, each time you double the R-value of insulation, you cut your conduction heat loss in that area in half.
The Importance of Proper Installation
To be effective insulation must be installed correctly, compressing it or leaving gaps through which air can flow reduces the insulation's effectiveness by as much as 50 percent. You can greatly increase the energy efficiency and comfort of a home by installing insulation with an R-value higher than the minimum requirements.
Before you do any type of air sealing or insulation work on your home it is recommended you have a Healthy Home Inspection performed by an Everblue Energy qualified professional. Our experts will find your problems and let you know what exactly needs to be done to make your home healthier, more comfortable and energy efficient.