Wall Insulation:
Beef Up Your Barriers.
Properly insulated walls protect your home from the impact of extreme temperatures. Without wall insulation, your home may become too cold during the winter and too hot during the summer.
Wall insulation is a trusted solution for comfort and energy efficiency. HomeRx specializes in insulation services, from wall insulation to attic insulation to garage insulation to crawl space insulation and more. Keeping you comfortable and lowering your energy costs are our top priorities.
Whether you are building a new home or need to retrofit to ensure your property has the appropriate amount of insulation, our experts are ready to get started on your next home insulation project.
Why You Need to Insulate Your Walls
Wall insulation is essential for reducing drafts, supporting consistent and even temperatures, and ensuring comfort throughout your home. Proper wall insulation keeps conditioned air inside your home, ultimately preventing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system from overworking. As a result, it helps reduce energy use and expenses.
Here is an overview of the benefits of wall insulation:
Supports an energy-efficient home: Poorly insulated walls and walls with no insulation are a source of heat transfer. Since there is no barrier, warm air will escape through your walls during the colder months and hot air will seep through when it is warmer outside. Combat this by ensuring your walls are properly insulated. Wall insulation provides a thermal barrier that minimizes heat flow and reduces your home’s energy use.
Helps you save on energy costs: By reducing heat loss and gain through walls, insulation helps to stabilize indoor temperatures. This leads to less reliance on heating and cooling systems, resulting in lower energy bills and long-term cost savings. With reduced energy consumption, you can expect substantial savings on your utility bills. Over time, you can recoup the cost of installing wall insulation through these ongoing energy savings.
Improves your overall comfort: Insulated walls can increase your comfort at home. They support consistent temperatures and reduce hot and cold spots. With proper insulation, you can enjoy a cozy atmosphere during the winter and a cooler space during the summer.
Reduces noise level: Wall insulation also acts as a sound barrier. It helps absorb and dampen noise from outside. As a result, you will enjoy the quiet inside your home instead of hearing your next-door neighbors, the garbage truck, nearby traffic, and other types of outdoor noise pollution.
Increases property value: Insulation is a selling point and adds value to your home. Energy-efficient properties are desirable and appeal to many homebuyers.
Types of Wall Insulation
There are several different types of wall insulation available. HomeRx can help you select the best kind of insulation for your home based on your particular needs and the needs of your home while also keeping your budget in mind.
The most common types include:
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.
How to Choose the Best Wall Insulation
Determining the best wall insulation for your specific needs depends on various factors, including your budget and existing wall structure. Our HomeRx professionals can assess your home, discuss your goals, and recommend the most suitable insulation type and install it.
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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