Suppose your house never was designed to be energy efficient. Many older homes have less insulation than those constructed in the present. In that case, You could likely lower your energy costs by adding more insulation.
Insulation acts as a wall between heated or cool parts of your house and the outside to minimize heat loss and control airflow. An energy audit can assist you in identifying the areas of your home that require air sealing to determine whether you need to add insulation. It will also help determine the amount of insulation you need and the kind of insulation already within your home. Examine your attic walls, the ceiling, and floors adjacent to areas not heated, such as the basement or garage.
It is crucial to insulate your house, especially in Ottawa. Some of the top reasons to protect an Ottawa home are:
Energy Efficiency
The most important construction material for an eco-friendly home will be the insulation system, including sealing and caulking. A well-insulated building, particularly one built with fiberglass glass or rock wool and slag wool insulation, is among the most cost-effective methods to reduce energy consumption and heating and cooling costs.
Increase Confidence
When cold air gets into your house, it reduces the home’s temperature and over-worked your furnace. By eliminating air leaks and drafts, your furnace will run more effectively, and you’ll remain more comfortable.
Reduce Your Heating Costs
Once you have sealed leaks and insulated your home, your heating system is working to your advantage as your furnace won’t have to be running as frequently. You can get as high as 20 percent of the heated air returned to your home.
Acoustics
The proper insulation can cut down on sound transmission. The quality of insulation in your house doesn’t just increase its comfort level; it also increases its value.
Increase the Air Quality
Insulation using a vapor-resistant membrane (commonly known as a vapor retarder) connected to a roll or batt of insulation reduces the chance of condensation of moisture vapor into water within the structure of a house. By sealing and insulation, you can manage air and moisture flow, reduce the number of pollutants entering the home, and circulate through your air duct system.
613 Spray Foam in Ottawa prides itself on the quality of insulation it provides and employing qualified staff, and a total dedication to quality control when installing insulation on your property.
For a free estimate, call us now at (613) 319-8422 or send us an email at info@613sprayfoam.ca to get more information.