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Elevate Your Comfort. Attic Insulation Excellence.
Your attic can make or break your home comfort. In under-insulated homes, it’s the area we typically recommend addressing first.
A well-insulated attic adds another layer of protection from our fluctuating outdoor temperatures. It also prevents heat inside your home from escaping.
On the flip side, a poorly insulated attic drives up your energy costs. Heating and cooling account for 50 percent or more of the energy used in the typical American home. The two leading causes of energy waste are air leakage and inadequate insulation.
At HomeRx Insulation, we specialize in insulation services for homes of all shapes and sizes. We offer practical solutions for retrofit-insulation, along with new home construction.
Why Should I Insulate My Attic?
Most attics are unfinished storage spaces. They’re also the perfect place to start saving money. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates the average homeowner can save up to 11 percent on their total energy costs by air sealing and adding insulation in their attics.
A poorly insulated attic forces your heating and cooling equipment to work that much harder to maintain a set temperature. An overworked HVAC system costs more to run. You’re letting money escape through the cracks, and you’re compromising your equipment’s efficiency.
Well-insulated attic space protects your indoor air quality (IAQ) and your health. It creates a barrier that prevents outdoor pollutants from entering your home. Additionally, ensuring a proper air seal covers holes that could allow for moisture buildup and encourage mold growth.
Types of Attic Insulation
Typically, loose-fill or batt insulation is used for attic space. Spray foam is always an excellent option—but also more expensive. Remember to look at the R-Value—the higher the value means better insulation.
Work with our professionals to decide how much insulation is needed and which type works best in your home. Remember to do your prep work by air sealing all gaps and holes. Look for discoloration or any signs of a roof leak.
Batt Insulation (Good)
Fiberglass batts provide quality insulation at a competitive price. Properly installed, it’s the most affordable way to effectively insulate a home. This insulation type is a great option for just about anywhere—exterior walls, floors, ceilings, attics, basements, and other areas of your home. Homeowners love fiberglass because it is cost effective, easy to use, and poses no fire threat. Plus, it is a terrific thermal insulator.
Blown-In Blanket System / BIBS (Better)
BIBS® uses loose-fill or blown-in insulation comprised of materials ranging from cellulose to fiberglass. Its main upside is that it’s tightly packed to better maintain desired temperature and reduce noise. It costs only slightly more than batts. As an insulation type that literally fills desired spaces, it’s a great solution for insulating existing finished areas in your home. Plus, it can be used to insulate hard to reach or irregularly shaped areas that batt insulation couldn’t fill.
Spray Foam Insulation (Best)
Spray foam insulation reduces air leakage and gives maximum comfort to your home. With mechanical ventilation, it is an effective moisture management strategy too.
Spray foam has an advantage over other forms of insulation because it can fill tight crevices. It is the strongest option for maintaining indoor temperature. Plus, homes insulated with spray foam enjoy better protection against mold and mildew. It also creates a natural sound barrier so you can enjoy your quiet time.
Benefits include:
- Thermal resistance — enjoy lower heating and cooling costs. Spray foam fills gaps and voids to create a barrier that prevents energy loss. It also provides a superior R-value (resistance to heat flow / insulating power).
- Moisture barrier — controls moisture to help prevent mold, mildew, and bacterial growth. Plus, it keeps out dust and other pollutants to maintain a healthy indoor air quality (IAQ).
- Air barrier — creates a seamless insulated barrier to minimize air leakage and reduce outside noises.
Why HomeRx?
A family-owned business, HomeRx specializes in insulation services. From batt insulation to spray foam, we’re a preferred insulation and air sealing partner for homeowners in the Oregon, Washington, Utah, Idaho, and Arizona. We stay up-to-date with federal and regional incentive and rebate programs to maximize your savings. Let us help you achieve your comfort, energy efficiency, cost savings, reduced allergies, and noise reduction goals. Contact us today!
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