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For homeowners looking to install attic insulation in Stratford, there’s benefit to understanding the fundamentals. It’s not necessarily about the technical know-how – just the basics that may be helpful during an installation. In fact, the two things that really stand out with attic insulation are quite basic: choosing the correct product and choosing a good contractor. Both will have a great impact on the project, whether it’s new construction, retrofitting, or renovating. Understanding the fundamentals will contribute to better day-to-day decisions, and better working relations with the contractor. And in the end, the project will do much better as the work progresses.
Like any expert work, attic insulation requires experience and know-how. A professional installer can ensure that the work is done right from the start, and can ensure a superior project outcome. And because each attic insulation product is unique, choosing product can be challenging for the average homeowner. However, with a good contractor on the job, choosing product can be more collaborative. Indeed, having a good contractor on the job can be beneficial in a number of ways: the chosen products and preferred installations are customized to suit the job; the job is managed reliably from start to finish; and decision-making is collaborative as the project moves ahead.
Reputable contractors are quite responsive to a homeowner’s needs. They fully address project priorities - they propose a comprehensive work plan - they follow the budget - and they maintain a high level of customer service. Much like other home projects, attic insulation will depend on a quality approach for the best results. This is particularly true with attic insulation because long-term product performance is very dependent on a quality product and a quality install. For Great Northern Insulation, a quality approach is about quality products and quality installations. As well, there’s a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, from the start of the job to the end.
Professionally managed, an attic insulation project will benefit a homeowner in many ways. First, the attic will be thoroughly assessed. Second, the job proposal will be comprehensive. And third, the installed products will be warrantied, and the installation guaranteed. As well, professionals are prepared to deal with problems and issues that may arise after the initial install. For those homeowners looking to install attic insulation in Stratford, the results derived with a professional contractor will be quite apparent: energy efficiency throughout the entire home will be much improved; utility bills will be reduced noticeably; and home comfort will be markedly enhanced.
With attic insulation, there are some unique challenges that are best managed by a professional. For instance, expert installers insist on the attic space being totally airtight. Airtightness ensures maximum performance for the insulation that’s being installed. And its achieved by effectively sealing up every opening, hole, and crack in the attic. Importantly, an airtight attic will prevent air movement, and consequently improve energy efficiency throughout the home. A well-sealed, well-insulated, well-ventilated attic is a “system” that enhances energy efficiency: energy usage is reduced – heating and cooling systems operate efficiently - and indoor comfort is improved.
When it comes to home insulation products, there is no shortage of variety. But notably, Spray Polyurethane Foam has become a favorite of professionals in the industry. It delivers impressive results wherever installed. It prevents air movement, it inhibits moisture accumulation, and it installs high levels of R-Value. In a typical install, SPF would be sprayed into an attic where it is allowed to spread and harden into a dense “blanket”. A professional installer will ensure that an attic is totally blanketed with the SPF: the wooden support beams; the wiring and plumbing; and the HVAC ducts. It’s an attic space that becomes totally impervious to both air and moisture.
Another viable option for insulating the attic is the “blown” insulation product (in a fiberglass or cellulose composition). It’s become a popular and affordable installation, particularly for the attic. The insulation is blown into the attic, resulting in a uniform “insulating blanket” that will hinder air movement throughout. “Blown” insulation (fiberglass or cellulose) provides very satisfactory results, with a number of installation benefits: the “fluffy” product composition does an excellent job of blanketing the attic space; the finished installation is fire resistant; the installed R-Values are quite good; and the products are manufactured to counter insects, rodents, and mold.
One of the preferred approaches to attic insulation is the “hybrid” option available from GNI. This approach is cost effective, and with impressive results. Spray Polyurethane Foam is applied to the attic first, and then followed with an additional install of “blown” insulation. It’s quite simply a combination install, with two products that compliment each other well, and deliver long-term performance. The “hybrid” option from GNI brings a number of project benefits to a homeowner, regardless of attic size: the installed R-Values are outstanding; the investment is cost-effective; and the annual energy savings are considerable enough over the years to offset the project costs.
All things considered, Spray Polyurethane Foam remains at the leading edge of residential home insulation. It’s considered to be the best product on the market, and with the best results. At the same time, SPF is a premium product, and sometimes not compatible with every budget. That’s why the “hybrid” option from GNI has become one of the more viable insulation alternatives. It’s an ideal application for the attic, delivering a number of benefits for the homeowner. Firstly, the attic gets sealed very effectively. Secondly, the space is insulated with very high R-Values. And thirdly, energy efficiencies are dramatically enhanced throughout the home. All in all, the annual dollar savings on heating and cooling are considerable enough to make the project worthwhile.
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