Using Spray Foam Insulation to Effectively Insulate the Basement.

February 25, 2015

The fact that spray foam insulation is the best product available is reason enough to use it for the basement. The basement is a unique space, and it poses some specific challenges - spray foam addresses those challenges and provides effective solutions in one application. The fact is, even beyond...

Technical Properties of Spray Foam Insulation

February 24, 2015

The term "spray foam insulation" is commonly known throughout the industry as Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF). During an application, the spray foam product is delivered to the jobsite where it's mixed together according to the manufacturer's product specifications. The mixing...

Why Insulating the Attic is Essential and Important.

February 23, 2015

In North America, which is clearly a climate of temperature extremes, heating and cooling the home has become more and more expensive over the years. It's no wonder, then, that making improvements to home insulation has become so important. The fact is, enhanced insulation delivers significant...

Energy Efficient Homes - It's the Key to Energy Savings

February 20, 2015

We hear the buzzwords all the time - the energy efficient home. But what does it really mean? Energy efficiency (in a residential home or a building structure) is about the effective control of airflow, heated air, cooled air and moisture. Industry professionals refer to the indoor environment as a...

Spray Foam Insulation VS. Other Insulation Products

February 10, 2015

Spray foam insulation, also known throughout the industry as polyurethane foam, is regarded as the biggest advancement in energy efficient insulation in recent years.It's a state-of-the-art technology that delivers significant energy savings throughout the year, while providing an indoor living...

Getting a Better Understanding of Product Marketing Claims

February 03, 2015

When it comes to spray insulation, marketing terms like "green" or "eco-friendly" or "bio-based" can be more confusing than explanatory.The fact that this terminology has become marketing jargon rather than explicit product descriptions is already problematic.Rather...

Why You Should Insulate Your Attic?

January 29, 2015

In Canada, heating a home in the winter, and cooling a home in summer can be an expensive proposition - unfortunately, we live in a climate of extremes.And while its true that heating and cooling costs can be moderated by adjusting the thermostat, proper insulation is a much better option, both in...

How Does Spray Foam Insulation Actually Work?

January 28, 2015

Spray foam insulation is known in the industry as Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) or just plain Polyurethane Foam, and except for the specific brand name products, it's the same.Without getting too technical, the spray foam product is mixed at the jobsite, and is basically a chemical reaction that...

Reducing Energy Bills With Attic Insulation

January 27, 2015

There's a lot to be said for energy conservation - as a community and as a nation.But it all starts at home, and quite often, the motivating influence is saving on energy bills.The big picture on energy conservation is about conserving resources, contributing to cleaner air and reducing green...

How Much Does It Cost to Install Spray Foam Insulation?

January 21, 2015

On one hand, the question above is an important question from a client or customer.On the other hand, it's almost impossible to answer right off.Its probably one of the most frequent questions that a contractor, builder or architect receives - especially when the product and installation are so...