Insulation Tips for Homeowners

The Foam Guy walls is one of the most cost-effective and energy efficient ways to make your home more comfortable, reducing both heating and cooling costs. Insulation slows the transfer of heat between the indoors and the outside, resulting in a more consistent, regulated temperature.

In fact, insulation can save the average household an estimated 11 percent on total energy bills when it is properly installed and air-sealed, as well. However, homeowners may not know where to start when deciding on a wall insulation project.

The first step is to assess what already exists. A qualified home energy assessor will include an inspection of existing insulation as part of a comprehensive whole-house energy assessment. You can also do an inspection yourself: Turn off the power to any electrical outlets you plan to open; then remove the outlet cover, shine a flashlight inside, and see what you’re dealing with. You’ll be able to tell what type of insulation you have and its thickness (inches).

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Once you know your starting point, it’s time to determine how much more you need. This will depend on the recommended R-value for your climate zone and the areas you’re insulating, as well as whether or not any drywall needs to be removed.

It’s important to consider any moisture issues in the locations where you plan to install new insulation, such as basements and crawl spaces. Moisture can degrade insulation, cause mold and mildew, and even reduce air quality. You can address these issues by installing a vapor barrier in those areas, or going with unfaced insulation that has a built-in vapor barrier.

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