About Spray Foam – AFFORDABLE SPRAY FOAM INSULATORS

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Research has shown that spray foam insulation can make your home more energy efficient, gives you a peaceful environment and it helps you to save money by cutting down on energy costs.

According to the EPA, your monthly energy bills can be reduced as much as 20% and this will add up to hundreds of dollars in the whole year. Installing spray foam insulation will take care air leaks, completely sealing them and this makes your insulation more efficient. So even though the initial cost of installing spray foam insulation is higher, it will save you more money in the long term.

Since cellulose and fiberglass age with time, you will need to replace this type of insulation within a few years. Traditional types of insulation will need to be replaced due to shifting, sagging, water retention and natural calamities like flooding. On the other hand, spray foam insulation does not need any maintenance and you will not have to replace it so long as the product has been installed by a professional spray foam insulation contractor.

Spray Foam Insulation versus Cellulose

Cellulose is the oldest type of traditional insulation and is plant-based. The insulation itself can be loose fill or blown in and comes in various types. For instance, cellulose insulation can be made of corrugated cardboard, recycled newspaper and even old jeans. Cellulose insulation can either be dry fiber or damp fiber. The dry fiber cellulose insulation is used mostly in attics and enclosed spaces whereas the damp fiber is used in walls. Compared to spray foam insulation and other types of insulation, cellulose insulation is very inexpensive but it is a good food source for pests and it attracts moisture which means that it attracts mold. Once mold grows on your insulation, you will not only need to replace the insulation but also get rid of the mold which can cause damage to your building structure and other health issues.

Spray Foam Insulation versus Fiberglass

Fiberglass insulation is made of plastic and extremely tiny glass fibers and comes in two forms- loose fill and blanket batts and rolls. It acts as an insulator by trapping pockets of air thus keeping your house or building structure cool in summer and warm in winter. Compared to spray foam insulation, it is quite inexpensive but similar to cellulose insulation, it does not act as an air barrier. In addition to this, if the fiberglass insulation is disturbed, the tiny glass fibers can get into the atmosphere of your home and building structure and this can cause respiratory problems and can even get under your skin, thus causing itching and rashes. Fiberglass insulation can also trap dust, allergens and moisture which can lead to the growth of mold.

Spray Foam Insulation versus Mineral wool

Mineral wool or rock wool insulation is more superior compared to both cellulose and fiberglass. It is made from recycled mineral rocks such as basalt or slag. It is very resistant to high temperatures and sometimes can be used along with spray foam insulation as hybrid insulation for certain projects because it is capable of acting as a thermal barrier. Since mineral wool insulation comes in the form of fiber-batts it is not possible to fill all the cracks and crevices whereas spray foam insulation can.

Spray foam insulation versus Radiant barrier

Radiant barriers are typically made of aluminum foils and are used on the roof to reflect the heat of the sun. It is very effective in keeping the heat out and can reduce the temperature in the attic and can contribute to energy savings. Spray foam insulation that is used in attics helps to create a complete air seal over the building structure and keeps your building structure cool in summer and warm in winter while significantly reducing your yearly spending on energy.

ASF Insulators is your AFFORDABLE spray foam insulation contractor located in Nashville, Indiana.

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Gatesville Rd., Nashville, IN, United States, 47448

(812) 327-6712

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