10/03/2018
How Much Can I Save with Spray Foam Insulation?
how spray foam works and what makes it superior to other types of insulation.
Spray foam insulation is made by combining two components to create an expanding foam. The foam then hardens into a powerful insulator. Unlike other insulators such as fiberglass or cellulose, spray foam insulation offers a homeowners a number of great benefits:
1. Insulation
Home insulation works by trapping small pockets of air within a layer of plastic or sponge insulation. With the highest R-value on the market today, spray foam is the top pick for homeowners looking to get the biggest bang for their buck.
2. Water Resistant
Spray foam’s plastic-like structure makes it impermeable to water and moisture, keeping your attic and crawl space free from mold, mildew, and rotting. If the area is properly cleaned and dried out, it will be many years before you have to replace your spray foam insulation.
3.Air Sealant
There are a number of tiny cracks, holes, gaps, and spaces all throughout our attics and crawl spaces. These small openings are what allow air and moisture to circulate in our homes. Luckily, spray foam insulation can also act as an air sealant for these kinds of issues.
Because spray foam expands when created, insulation can fill even the smallest holes and gaps. Professional insulators will apply spray foam insulation directly to the walls, corners, and crevices of a space and watch as it expands to fill any small cracks or spaces.
4.Pest Deterrent
Spray foam on the other hand, is hard, crunchy, and uncomfortable. While it cannot guarantee that you won’t have pests, it can act as a deterrent against rodent infestations in your attic or crawl space.
How Much Can I Save?
All of the benefits that spray foam insulation can provide can be summarized nicely by looking at the savings you can enjoy. With the increased energy efficiency of your home, you can save between 30%-50% on your energy bills. Many homeowners put off replacing their insulation because it can look expensive. However, the efficiency of spray foam insulation has proven to pay itself off within a matter of months, and then the continued savings are yours to enjoy!