In any area of the country, but particularly in places where there cold winters, having the best possible insulation throughout the home is critical. The right insulation in Saint Paul homes will prevent moisture, heat and cold from getting into the home and increasing the load on your HVAC system.
One area in a house, particularly older homes, that is often under insulated is the attic. New technology and solutions in attic insulation are easy to install by professional insulation companies and can dramatically boost energy efficiency while lowering heating and cooling bills throughout the year.
The Attic Issues
The attic in most homes is a large, open space this is traversed by a series of heating and cooling ducts as well as electric wires. Older homes typically have fiberglass batts, that pink insulation, in the attic. This insulation is rough cut to fit between the joists, which often leaves gaps between ends and around the HVAC system components.
These gaps in the existing attic insulation result in hot and cold air, as well as moisture, moving from the attic to the interior of the home. In the winter, they allow the hot air to escape, and in the summer, they decrease the effectiveness of the air conditioning system.
The Alternative to Pink Insulation
A simple and easy solution to dealing with old, moldy or ineffective attic insulation is to use spray foam insulation. This is installed by professionals with specialized equipment that provides a precise, even and complete layer of insulation throughout the attic.
As it is sprayed into place, there are no gaps, and it can easily be used across irregular surfaces and around HVAC ducts and electrical systems in the attic. It serves the purpose of not only providing insulation but in providing a long-lasting solution that won’t pack down and mold as is common with batt and loose fill types of insulations.
If you are considering insulation for your Saint Paul home, talk to a professional spray foam insulating service and obtain a free quote. You will be surprised at the low cost and the quick fix it provides to your home heating and cooling problems