Insulation FAQs

Insulation is a material that stops the transfer of heat and helps increase the energy efficiency of your home. In the summer, it stops warm air from leaking in, and during the winter, it helps heat stay in your home rather than escaping out. How insulation stops heat depends on the type / material.

There are many different types of insulation available:

• Fiberglass (loose-fill or blanket / batts and rolls)
• Spray foam

A few factors determine how much insulation you need to install, including:

• Where you live
• How old your home is
• Area(s) of your home you need to insulate
• And more

It’s best to talk to a professional insulation contractor for your specific situation, but in general, your whole house should be insulated:

• Attic
• Basement
• Any crawl spaces in your home
• Interior and exterior walls
• And more

If you’ve ever talked to an insulation contractor, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “R-value.” Basically, the R-value of a certain type of insulation refers to how effective it is at stopping heat transfer! The R-value depends on the material, thickness, and density of the insulation, and of course, installation (improperly installed insulation is almost like having no insulation at all!).

Limiting the transmission of sound from one area to another requires a material that encloses the source of the noise, forming a barrier between the source and the adjacent area. This is what insulation does! Fiberglass is one of the best types of insulation for soundproofing purposes.

Insulation is available at home improvement and hardware stores, but we think you should contact a local insulation company! This helps ensure the insulation is installed correctly and safely and ultimately does what it is meant to do—help increase the energy efficiency and comfort of your home.

Retrofit insulation refers to re-insulating an existing home. You can retrofit a home with any of the materials you would use in a new construction insulation project—fiberglass, spray foam.

Blanket insulation can be made up of rolls or batts, and it’s one of the most commonly used types of insulation. It is mainly installed in spaces that are relatively free from obstructions.

Fiberglass is one of the best insulation materials for soundproofing.

Talking to a professional insulation company is the best way to determine if you need gutter repair or replacement, but there are some things you can look out for on your own, including:

• Frequent clogs
• Mildew or rust buildup
• Flaking or peeling
• And more

Standing water in your gutters is usually indicative of a leak (either in the gutters or a downspout), which can be caused by small sticks or twigs, tree branches, leaves, etc.