Weighing the Benefits of Different Types of Home Insulation
Insulation is a standard requirement in all homes being built today. This simple product can be made from many different materials. No matter what it is made from, it has one job to do in the modern house. Its job is to keep the outside temperature out and the inside temperature in. This means that when it is cold outside the heat is kept in the house and vice versa.
The U.S. Department of Energy lays out several types of insulation available-fiberglass batts, foam board, sprayed. You might even be looking into the newer radiant barrier insulation. Each type does the same job with extra benefits. Depending on what you want it to do will depend on what type you purchase.
Essential considerations when selecting insulation are:
- Where it the insulation will be placed in your home (attic, ducts, floor, under concrete)
- Its ability to stop transfer of heat and cold
- How easy it is to install
- The impact on the environment – how “green” it is
Whether you are building a new home or adding insulation to an existing structure, there are options. New homes can benefit from a combination of interior wall and attic insulation. There are options available that will keep your house warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and let you forget about your noisy neighbors. By keeping your house warm or cool, you use your furnace and air conditioners less often which is better for the environment. Not only does this keep money in your pocket, but also it keeps harmful emissions from the environment so you can feel good while you are saving money and enjoying the quiet.
The more heat that can be retained the less your furnace has to turn on. This simple fact means that you will be saving money on your heating bills. The fact can be true in regards to summer weather as well. Good insulation keeps the heat out so that your house stays cooler during the hot days of summer. Finding the right insulation ensures that you are getting the highest return on your investment.
