When it’s time to insulate the attic, there are some important considerations to make. For one, it’s important to choose the product that’s right for your particular attic. As well, it’s important to choose the right contractor for the job. And finally, it’s important to have a good understanding of the job itself and the various challenges posed. When choosing the contractor, it’s a good idea to shop around for a company that is well established, and with a good reputation. Needless to say, a good insulation contractor will make a big difference overall.
When shopping around for attic insulation in Concord, a company like Great Northern Insulation is worthwhile considering. We are known as Canada’s largest full-service insulation contractor - we sell only the finest quality products - our installations are superior - and our customer service is the best in the business. At GNI, we want the customer to be well informed, because when a customer understands the nuances of their attic insulation project, they make better decisions from the start of the job until the end.
In general, consumers are exposed to a high level of advertising and marketing for attic insulation products. Each manufacturer tells us that their products are the best, and every contractor tells us that their installation service is best. In the end, we’re often left with many more questions than when we started. Hence, it’s important to contract a company that will be able to answer pertinent questions, while making project proposals that meet your needs. As the customer, you should be hiring a company that has your project priorities in mind.
Hiring a company like Great Northern Insulation is about choosing experience and expertise. And it can make a big difference. GNI install teams work with customers from project start to finish - they address the requirements the job – they focus on viable solutions – and they’re committed to doing the job right the first time. It’s all about installing attic installation that meets the customer’s needs, and provides the kinds of benefits that are meaningful and measurable. In short, doing the job right means delivering results for the customer.
When GNI performs an attic insulation project, the work is comprehensive. We start off with an in-depth assessment of the attic space. We follow up with a status report, and continue with specific project recommendations. As it is, we only recommend insulation products that meet the needs of the project and we always take into consideration the customer’s budget limitations. Regardless of project size or scope of installation, you’re in good hands with Great Northern Insulation, because for us, it’s all about satisfying our customer.
Every GNI attic insulation project combines quality products with a quality installation. We provide the manufacturer’s warranty for products that we install, and we provide our own guarantee on the work that we perform. It there’s a problem, we make every effort to resolve things promptly. If repairs are required, we make every effort to resolve the situation and to meet industry standards. For attic insulation in Concord, or in the suburban communities located north of the GTA, GNI is truly a contractor you can depend on.
When Great Northern Insulation installs attic insulation, the finished space is sealed, ventilated, and insulated – it becomes a complete “system”. We start the process by completely sealing up the attic space, closing up every hole and opening, and creating an airtight cavity. In this way, we can ensure a finished space that delivers energy savings throughout the year, and home comfort for the occupants. It’s our way of doing the job right the first time, and one of the best reasons for hiring Great Northern Insulation to insulate your attic.
There are many options to choose from when it comes to attic insulation products. The main thing is to choose a product that’s right for the job. Today, most professionals are choosing spray foam insulation as their favorite. From coast to coast, spray foam insulation is considered to be the best product available. When compared to other products, it delivers more benefits, better R-Values, and excellent long-term results. The product is generically known as polyurethane foam, and has become a preferred product at Great Northern Insulation.
Spray foam insulation is applied using special application equipment. It is sprayed out as a thick liquid, spreads out evenly throughout the attic, and hardens into a super-dense layer of insulation. When properly installed, the entire attic is coated, including the wooden crossbeams, the plumbing, the ductwork, and all of the electrical wiring. This is the most effective way to insulate the attic – it’s an envelope of insulation that efficiently insulates, while it provides a solid barrier that is impermeable to air and moisture.
Another product option for the attic is blown-in insulation, an affordable insulation that suits most budgets. It’s available as a fiberglass blown-in product or a cellulose blown-in product. It’s “fluffy” by nature and is manufactured to restrict airflow. A very efficient insulator, the blown-in product is treated to be fire resistant, and also resists mold, mildew and rodents. This is an ideal product for a space like the attic. Properly applied and evenly dispersed, the product can be installed on existing insulation to create a “thermal blanket” with excellent R-value per square foot.
For best overall results, the install teams at Great Northern Insulation prefer the “hybrid” approach when insulating an attic. This installation is a combination of spray foam insulation and blown-in insulation - all in one application. Depending on the project, installers decide on using spray foam WITH fiberglass blown-in OR spray foam WITH cellulose blown-in. In either case, the spray foam product serves as a sealer and insulator, and the blown-in product delivers the excellent value per square foot. Installers at GNI routinely recommend the “hybrid” approach for optimum results.
GNI believes that attic insulation requires a professional install. And although many home centers promote a DIY approach, GNI discourages it. We believe that when it comes to attic insulation, the project is best left to the experts who are experienced and proficient in their work.