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If you’re considering attic insulation in Pembroke, there are a few project priorities to consider. To be sure, home comfort is a high priority. But today, many homeowners are also focused on improving energy efficiency, and therefore reducing energy consumption. Because of the high cost of energy, more and more homeowners are committed to reducing their energy costs during the winter and summer. As such, high quality attic insulation will make a significant difference season to season.
If you’ve decided to install attic insulation in Pembroke, it’s better to do it right from the start. In a typical attic, there’s much more to consider than just insulation. For optimal energy efficiency, the attic must be effectively air-sealed and well ventilated. A combination of quality insulation, air sealing and ventilation is the key to optimum energy efficiency – and a comprehensive approach delivers results.
For homeowners installing attic insulation in Pembroke, it’s important to understand that insulation is only part of a “system”. In addition to the insulation, energy efficiency depends on both air sealing and ventilation. A well-sealed attic prevents indoor heat from escaping in winter and prevents outdoor heat from intruding in summer. Finally, the attic requires proper ventilation for the “system” to work.
When insulating the attic, there is more than just insulation to consider. In addition to high quality insulation material, it’s also necessary to have an effective air barrier and vapour barrier as part of the “system”. Together, these will prevent air movement and moisture accumulation. A comprehensive “system” will have all elements working together – quality insulation, air barrier, and vapour barrier.
Most insulation products will degrade over the years. It means that your installation will lose product integrity and performance level. In the attic, poor performance will show some obvious signs. Parts of the home will feel drafty. Your HVAC system (heating and cooling) will be overworking. Worse still, your utility bills will be high. Each symptom indicates that your attic insulation just isn’t performing.
In the attic and roof cavity, spray foam insulation has quickly become the product-of-choice for many installers. Professionally installed, spray foam provides an insulation barrier, air barrier, and vapour barrier in a single application. When you opt for spray foam insulation, you’re investing in long-term performance. No other application seals and insulates like spray foam. It’s an installation that is more energy efficient than anything comparable.
For homeowners installing attic insulation in Pembroke, fibreglass batt insulation can provide results that are satisfactory. The installation cost is reasonable; the batts are cost effective; and the long-term performance is good. However, fibreglass batts still require effective air sealing and proper ventilation. This necessitates the separate installation of an air barrier and vapour barrier, while the batts are laid out strategically throughout the attic space.
As one of the most popular products for the attic, blown insulation is available in cellulose or fiberglass composition. Both products have similar benefits, although cellulose has slightly higher R-Value. Both provide satisfactory thermal protection where installed. When installing blown insulation in an attic, it’s essential to simultaneously install an air barrier and vapour barrier, both of which are designed to benefit the performance level of the insulation.
Mineral wool insulation is less well known than other products, but with equally satisfactory thermal protection. In an expansive space like the attic and roof cavity, mineral wool will provide insulation performance as well as sound dampening. The product is made from renewable resources, which will satisfy a homeowner’s need to be environmentally friendly. When professionally installed, improved energy efficiency will save on seasonal utilities.
If you’re thinking about attic insulation in Pembroke, you might be tempted by a DIY approach in order to save some money. The truth is, insulation requires a professional to achieve the best results. With a professional on hand, you’re assured of solutions that meet your specific needs – problems and issues are addressed and solutions are provided to suit.
A DIY approach may present unforeseen problems. A professional can troubleshoot problems and can recommend solutions. Even hiring an inexperienced contractor can pose problems, especially if that contractor is not certified and insured. In short, an attic insulation project has to be done right, with an experienced contractor and company guarantee.
In Pembroke, Insultech can provide you with an in-depth home energy assessment followed by viable recommendations. As a division of Great Northern Insulation, Insultech offers expert installers who are trained and certified. We fully guarantee every project, regardless of scope.
When it comes to attic insulation, we encourage customers to compare contractors. However – we can assure you that our quality approach is unparalleled in the business. We’ll recommend the product and installation that suits your need and provides the best long-term results.
Find out about our products and services by speaking with one of our experts at 1-800-265-1914. At the same time, you can easily arrange for a FREE in-home energy evaluation. We’ll come in to assess your space, identify problem areas, and make recommendations for overall improvement. To learn more about our attic insulation services, please visit https://www.gni.ca/services/residential-retrofit/attic-insulation-ontario-canada.
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