The popularity of spray foam insulation is increasing exponentially. It’s clear that consumers and industry professionals alike are ALL endorsing the product. When compared to similar insulation products on the market, spray foam insulation tops the list as a much better overall product, with better features, and better long-term outcomes. So if you are currently shopping for spray foam insulation in North York, it’s a good time to look at Great Northern Insulation as a possible contractor for your project.
GNI are specialists in spray foam insulation. We are expert installers, with the experience and skill to handle every type of insulation project, regardless of the size. We are well established in North York, and are known for our superior workmanship. Every project is professionally managed, and our highly trained installation teams oversee their work from start to finish. The fact is, once we complete a spray foam insulation job, there really isn’t another product on the market that can deliver the same performance.
The general consensus in the industry is that spray foam is simply a better product. And that consensus applies to homebuilders, independent contractors, and renovators alike. It’s most commonly referred to as polyurethane foam, and can be installed in various applications: new building construction, retrofit projects, and renovation jobs. The team at GNI agrees with the consensus, and maintains that spray foam insulation brings more benefits to a project than any other product. It has truly become the product-of-choice for GNI.
Spray foam insulation is an all round product - it seals effectively; it provides very high R-value; and it actually provides structural strength where applied. For large and expansive spaces like the roof and attic (and inside the wall cavities) spray foam has become the preferred approach for industry professionals. When properly installed, spray foam envelops a space completely, and covers everything from end to end - every hole, crack and crevice is filled. Best of all the spray foam is able to seal and insulate all hard-to-reach spots.
Beyond the excellent insulation value of the spray foam, the application also serves as an ideal air and moisture barrier - an impermeable barrier, without the need to install a separate vapor barrier. A good spray foam installation improves the entire indoor air environment, including energy efficiency; air circulation; air quality; and HVAC performance. And most importantly, improved energy efficiency translates into energy savings - something that every consumer demands and every installer wants to deliver.
As experts in the field, Great Northern Insulation believes in a professional approach to spray foam installation. The spray foam compounds need special handling, and the install itself needs special application equipment – it’s a production that is best left to the experts. When properly applied, the spray foam is sprayed out as a thick liquid, with the installer making sure that the application is both even and uniform. The foam quickly expands and hardens into the dense coating of insulation that remains in place.
Spray foam insulation is a multi-purpose application – it addresses several issues at one time: higher-than-usual heating/cooling costs; out-of-balance heating/cooling cycles; and inefficient performance of HVAC equipment. However, for maximum results, a professional installation is recommended. GNI installers are those professionals - they understand the uniqueness of the spray foam product, and they have the experience to handle the complexities of the application. In short, product performance is totally dependent on an expert install.
A proper spray foam installation is more than just spraying foam. At GNI, installers are licensed and certified - they know how to prep the work site - they use the proper safety gear – and they wear adequate personal protection. Above all, they ensure the safety of occupants during an installation. GNI installers make sure to understand the specific challenges of a job – it makes for a quality install - it assures full product performance – and it ensures meaningful long-term outcomes for the customer.
If you’re shopping for spray foam insulation in North York, you’ll be in capable hands with Great Northern Insulation. Our installers work smart - they don’t take any shortcuts - they abide by the building code; they follow the manufacturer’s specifications; and they observe the local by-laws. When a project is complete, GNI provides a manufacturer’s warranty on the installed product, and a company guarantee on the installation. It’s our commitment to 100% customer satisfaction on every job we do.
Regardless of project size, GNI will always suggest a product that matches the need. We often suggest the spray foam product, and regularly discourage customers from turning spray foam into a do-it-yourself project. It an installation that demands expertise: the equipment needs special handling, the foam chemicals need special handling, and the application itself requires specific experience. The truth is, the risks associated with a do-it-yourself effort are not worthwhile – a redo or rework can be costly.
Spray foam insulation has become widely accepted in recent years. And although the product and installation might be more expensive than other insulation options, a simple cost-benefit estimate shows how that the initial up-front costs are worthwhile. Spray foam brings many more benefits in once application than any of the other insulation products - the application will last a lifetime - there isn’t a need for product replacement (or even replenishment); and the payback period is between 2 and 7 years.
If you’re about to hire an insulation contractor, and especially if you’re planning on spray foam insulation, Great Northern Insulation is worth your consideration. We’ve been in the business for over 35 years, and have built a sound reputation as Canada's largest full-service insulation contractor. We’ll address your project priorities, we’ll recommend viable solutions, and we’ll show you how a quality approach to workmanship can make all the difference in a finished product. We will manage your project professionally – our experts will handle your install from start to finish - and we will assure you of 100% customer satisfaction - that’s just what we’re about. In short, you’ll be in good hands with GNI.