A Practical Approach to Insulation Removal in Kawartha Lakes

Before removing insulation:  some important things to consider.

When considering insulation removal, it’s important to fully assess the overall condition of the insulation. For example, in older homes, it may be obvious that the insulation is aging, and even more obvious that the material has lost it’s performance integrity. Regardless if the insulation is old or aging, it’s still important to determine if the removal is urgent. For homeowners thinking about insulation removal in Kawartha Lakes, Great Northern Insulation offers professionalism with guaranteed results. GNI determines to what extent removal is necessary; fully assesses the possibility for repair and retrofit; and provides quality reinstallation when removal is completed.

Every home has different reasons for removing older insulation.

Every home will have different reasons for removing old insulation. To date, GNI crews have seen practically everything - from simple and routine insulation removals, to difficult and hazardous projects.  In some homes, there’s barely enough insulation. In other homes, there’s too much. And in so many homes, the insulation is just badly installed. For homeowners, anything substandard is a perfect recipe for wasted energy and wasted money. GNI crews have also found homes with inadequate air sealing and poor ventilation – these situations pose their own problems. Probably the worst situations are those with water-soaked insulation or very old material with asbestos.

Taking the opportunity of removing insulation while renovating.

Where possible, removing insulation while renovating is an advantage. If renovation contractors can work together, insulation removal and reinstallation can turn out to be efficient and money saving. While renovating, it’s also a good idea to expedite repairs and retrofits well before doing any reinstallation. For the professionals at Great Northern Insulation, removal and reinstallation is a step-by-step process. First, there’s an assessment of the existing insulation. Second, there’s an evaluation of how much will be disposed and how much salvaged. And finally, there are project proposals on new products and installation methods – all designed to enhance energy efficiency.

On most projects, removing insulation requires some experience.

When all things are considered, removing insulation is far more than a routine cleanup. By any definition, this work requires professional experience. Great Northern Insulation provides that experience, with high performance vacuums that effectively remove and dispose of the waste. All disposal is safe, and all debris is eliminated. Beyond the cleanup, GNI also readies the project area before installing any of the new insulation. This entails sealing up the space tight, and retrofitting the ventilation system where required. It’s the air sealing and ventilation that ensures ultimate performance for the newly installed insulation. In short, it all translates into energy efficiencies.

In an effort to save money, homeowners occasionally choose DIY.

In an effort to save some money, homeowners occasionally choose the DIY approach to insulation removal. However, with a project like this, nothing compares with a professional touch. It’s work that can be challenging and painstaking. Indeed, the average homeowner could be working twice as long as a professional contractor. Still worse, some insulation removals are simply dangerous. The materials could be contaminated in some way, infested with mold, or even contain asbestos deposits. And for the average homeowner, these risks are beyond justified. Clearly, this is work where professional experience, as well as industrial equipment is essential for good results.

Before installing any new insulation, removal must be thorough.

For homeowners thinking about insulation removal in Kawartha Lakes, GNI can do it all, from end to end. Removal, disposal, and cleanup are thorough; repairs and retrofits are professionally expedited; and newly installed insulation is top-of-the-line. Beyond removal, GNI undertakes the repairs and retrofits that will set the stage for energy efficiency. On some projects, there may be need for an air barrier or vapour barrier. On other projects, it may be necessary to improve ventilation. And on some projects, it may be essential to seal up the space airtight before any new insulation gets installed. Whatever the case, homeowners can count on the professionals at GNI.

For Great Northern Insulation, sealing tight is the key to success.

Indoor air movement has a direct impact on every home. Homes that manage air movement more effectively enjoy better indoor comfort and better energy efficiency. Indeed, when a home is well sealed, both air circulation and air quality are enhanced, while energy efficiency is significantly improved. For the experts at Great Northern Insulation, every project is about creating a “system” that serves the home - it means effectively air sealing the space; installing high quality insulation; and ensuring an efficient ventilation system. For the homeowner, it adds up to maximized energy efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and money savings on winter and summer utility bills.

In Kawartha Lakes, GNI offers top-quality products/installations.

In Kawartha Lakes, GNI installs top-of-the-line insulation products and professional installs.  One of the more popular product options is blown insulation – it’s reliable and cost-worthy. Blown insulation is perfect for the attic, providing a “thermal blanket” of insulation with good R-Values. Available in either fiberglass or cellulose, this product has good lifespan and is cost effective as an install. GNI also installs the more traditional fiberglass batts - a reliable insulation for attics, with satisfactory R-Value and good product lifespan.

When it comes to choosing high performance insulation, GNI highly recommends Spray Foam Insulation – probably the best product on the market. Amongst the professionals, it has emerged as their “product-of-choice”, mainly because it offers so many more benefits than the comparable products. Spray Foam Insulation does it all:  it seals a space airtight; it creates an air barrier and vapour barrier at the same time; and it installs the highest R-Value possible. SFI never needs to be topped up, replaced or even replenished.

Great Northern Insulation also offers a unique “hybrid” installation. It’s designed to be very cost-effective, incorporating two products into one installation. First step, Spray Foam Insulation is applied throughout a given space. Second step, blown insulation (in cellulose or fiberglass) is installed as a supplement the initial application. The “hybrid” method has proven to deliver very satisfactory levels of R-Value and a cost-effective project investment. As with all work performed, GNI customers are assured of 100% satisfaction.