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If you’re searching for basement insulation in Nepean, it makes sense to do it right. Today, basements provide valuable living space for many homeowners. The furnace, water heater, and clothes washer are still down in the basement, but there’s much more living space available.
Upgrading basement insulation will have long-term benefits – but it’s work that must be done right. Beyond retrofitting the insulation, the basement space must be air sealed and ventilated. This combination of insulation, sealing, and ventilation ensures maximum energy efficiency.
Homeowners should consider basement insulation to be just as important as other parts of their home. Regardless of the product and installation, the goal is to enhance thermal resistance and control air movement and moisture – it all works as a “system”.
When your basement is well insulated, HVAC components (heating, cooling, and ventilation) will operate more efficiently. You will be consuming energy more efficiently and wasting less. What’s most important is to choose a professional installation and coordinate all of the components.
Unlike your typical kitchen reno or bathroom reno, a basement insulation project will actually save you money over the years. Professionally managed, a basement insulation project is a well worth investment – the annual energy savings (heating and cooling) will offset the project costs.
● Air leakage is restricted and air moisture is controlled
● Heating bills and cooling bills are markedly reduced
● Winter and summer comfort are both improved
● Comfortable basement living space is added
● Heat transfer is diminished year round
If you’re installing basement insulation in Nepean, any insulation expert will confirm the benefits. In significantly boosting R-Values throughout the basement space, energy efficiency is enhanced throughout the entire home. That quickly translates into energy savings that are long lasting.
In every home, year-to-year energy savings will vary. Simply put, the savings after upgrading the insulation will depend on several factors: basement size; improved R-Values; and air sealing. A professional installation will certainly ensure the very best short-term and long-term results.
For basement insulation, building codes vary by region. If you’re installing basement insulation in Nepean, your local contractor will recommend a product and installation that satisfies building code requirements. Newly built homes will have different requirements than existing homes.
The best approach is to have a professional contractor assess the condition of the basement. All depending on the assessment, the contractor will determine the advantages of insulating from the inside and the advantages of insulating from the outside. Oftentimes, your project budget will dictate the best course of action. Here again, a professional contractor will provide good options.
Before any basement insulation work commences, a home energy assessment is recommended. Here, the scope of work can be detailed, and problem areas can be identified – particularly any water-entry issues. Above all, water-entry issues must be resolved before any work begins. In some residential homes, a serious water-entry problem might well become a separate project.
Most basements have hard-to-reach areas that are difficult to effectively insulate. Insulation professionals recommend spray foam insulation as the most effective remedy. There’s no other product that will effectively seal and insulate hard-to-reach areas. Spray foam is multi-purpose – it effectively seals air leakage; provides high R-Values; and create an effective vapour barrier.
When insulating the basement, professionals start by creating a space that’s airtight. It’s essential in a basement because air movement and air moisture will compromise insulation performance. When the project budget allows, it also pays to insulate the basement floor. Here, a spray foam application provides a flooring base, which is then covered over completely by a concrete layer.
For individuals getting basement insulation in Nepean, the so-called “hybrid” install is the most cost effective option. For a start, spray foam is applied strategically throughout the basement space. Then, fibreglass batt insulation is installed to boost the thermal protection. In the finished space, spray foam provides an air barrier and vapour barrier, and the batts provide insulation.
In basement walls, blown in insulation provides excellent results and a cost-effective budget. In a choice of cellulose or fiberglass, blown insulation provides good R-Values, with cellulose having slightly higher R-Value. Along with the blown insulation, an air barrier and vapour barrier must be installed. Both are required in order to ensure maximum performance for the insulation.
Most homeowners don’t know much about mineral wool insulation compared to our other products. In basement walls, it provides very good R-Value (as well as effective sound dampening). Made from renewable resources, this product will satisfy the eco-friendly needs of many homeowners today. Mineral wool provides the energy efficiency that reduces utility costs.
Homeowners installing basement insulation in Nepean (and nearby communities) can apply for a number of home energy rebates. Rebates are designed to incentivize home energy upgrades. The rebates can dramatically offset the original cost of a specific project, depending on the scope.
Insultech, as a division of Great Northern Insulation, is well informed on all available rebates for Nepean and the surrounding area. If you would like to find out what rebates you are applicable for, please do call us for more information!
Insultech encourages customers to search and compare for basement insulation. We discourage customers from undertaking a DIY approach to basement insulation, mainly because we believe that professional experience will deliver the best results overall. Visit https://www.gni.ca/services/residential-retrofit/basement-insulation to learn more about our basement insulation services.
As a division of Great Northern Insulation, Insultech can arrange your FREE in-home energy assessment and identify your specific project needs. At the same time, we can recommend the best options for upgrades and improvements. Find out more by calling toll free 1-800-265-1914.
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