*Insulator of choice for more than 50 years * Now known to cause cancer *Now prohibited in the U.S.

*Once the most common type of insulation on the market *Replaced by fiberglass during the 1960’s and 70’s *It is actually slag wool and rock wool

* Used widely in insulation, weatherproofing and textiles * Was considered a “safe” substitute for asbestos * However, it is now listed as a cancer causing material * Can also cause skin allergies and reactions * Formaldehyde is actually used in the manufacturing process * Unfortunately, still the material of choice for many home builders * Proven to be inefficient in both the rolled and blown-in form

* The Absolute best material for insulation in the modern age * The Absolute best “Green Material” available for home insulation * Cellulose is made mostly of RECYCLED newspaper * MORE HEAT TRANSFER resistance per inch than fiberglass * SEALS HOME against air infiltration better than all other fiberglass insulation on the market today

Here are some of the substantial benefits you will enjoy after spending a day or two sealing attic air leaks: Save energy and money Maintain the desired temperature throughout the home Alleviate the dangers of ice dams in winter. Reduce noise from the outside. Less dirt, dust, and pests entering the home. Better humidity control and indoor air quality.

Many homeowners think that sealing attic air leaks is all it takes to stop the chimney effect. But the job isn’t truly complete until you seal basement leaks, too. This is where rim joist insulation comes in. Proper insulation along the rim joists of your home’s foundation helps eliminate air leaks and keeps moisture out; it also creates a strong thermal barrier at the base of the building envelope itself. Whole-home benefits include: Minimal basement air leakage More consistent indoor temperatures year-round Lower energy consumption and cost Warmer floors in the wintertime Better moisture control and indoor air quality Proper rim joist insulation simply means that the interior face of the exposed sections of each rim joist along your home’s foundation should be fitted with a piece of air-impermeable rigid insulation, and then sealed along the edges with spray foam insulation.

Insulation is the most effective way to improve the energy efficiency of a home. Insulation of the building envelope helps keep heat in during the winter, but keep heat out during summer to improve comfort and save energy. Insulating a home can save 45–55% of heating and cooling energy. Insulation acts as a barrier to heat flow. It can make your home more comfortable by reducing the amount of heat escaping in winter and reducing the amount of heat entering in summer. By insulating you can significantly reduce your heating and cooling bills and help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The higher the R-value of insulation the more it slows heat flow and the better it works. R-value determines the effectiveness of the insulation. Benefits of insulation: It reduces the cost of heating and cooling by over 40%; it pays for itself in around five to six years; Due to less use of energy to heat or cool it saves non-renewable resources and reduces greenhouse gas emissions; In most cases eliminates condensation on walls and ceilings Most thermal insulation materials have acoustic insulation properties Although ceilings and walls may be insulated, heat loss will still occur in winter if there are large areas of unprotected glass or through fixed wall vents and gaps and cracks around external doors. Therefore for effectively insulate a house you need to carry out the following :- Ceiling insulation Wall Insulation Underfloor insulation Draught sealing (sealing all the gaps around doors and windows) Double Glazing How much insulation do I need? Generally 40% of the heat transfer in your home through the roof, up to 25% through walls and up to 15% through the floor. If this sounds like your Home please give us a call at 860-816-0483 and let us Help you Save Energy and Money!

Crawl spaces are notoriously overlooked and that can negatively impact your home in multiple ways. Without regular checkups and attentions, crawlspaces become catchalls for: Known allergens that infiltrate the home and circulate through the forced air system, Rodents and other pests Mold and mildew infestations that compromise indoor air quality and can potentially compromise structural components. Insulate Your Crawl Spaces For A Cost-Effective Home Improvement Project Most people seem to shy away from the crawl spaces beneath the home because their dark, enclosed, and cobwebby nature is the stuff of childhood nightmares. However, because crawl spaces take up the layer between the ground and your first floor, it is never a good idea to leave them unattended or uninsulated. Insulating crawl spaces, or replacing old, outdated, and insufficient insulation, is a simple home improvement project that will pay for itself via four notable benefits. You’ll save money Installing insulation in your crawl spaces is a nominal home improvement cost that yields a lifetime of benefits in terms of savings. Every year thereafter, you’ll notice a reduction in your heating and cooling costs because conditioned air will be more likely to stay put between your walls, maintaining a more consistent temperature (more on that below). If your crawl spaces are creepy and full of mold, mildew, cobwebs, or the remnants of pest infestations, you’ll want to clean them out first. You can do this on your own, or contact a local insulation company that performs crawl space cleanups and prep. You’ll save energy Bay Area homeowners are working harder than ever to reduce energy consumption and reduce their carbon footprint. The more adequately sealed and insulated your home is, the more you reduce the amount of energy required to heat and cool your home. While most people are focused on the $$ savings, we like to remind people that the same 20% less money spent on heating/cooling costs due to updated insulation also means 20% less energy you consume. That’s a win-win for you and planet earth.