When building your dream home, there are many decisions to make. You have to choose the siding, the flooring, paint colors, and lots more. One factor to consider is the type of insulation to install to ensure your new home is more comfortable and energy efficient. It is vital to eliminate or greatly reduce energy loss with a high-performance thermal envelope.

Spray foam insulation, an alternative to traditional building insulation such as fiberglass, saves on energy costs and greatly lowers utility bills. It will keep the inside of your home cool when it’s hot outside and warm when the weather is freezing.

What Is Spray Foam Insulation?

Spray foam insulation is a two-part liquid insulation material that insulates and air seals wherever it is applied. The two liquids travel up through a heated hose to the spray gun where they are combined to create the foam. The foam expands within seconds to fill the cavity surface.  There are two types of spray foam insulation to choose from, closed-cell or open-cell.

The effectiveness of spray foam insulation is measured by its R-value. This refers to the insulation’s capacity to resist heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. Spray foam insulation is frequently used to insulate and protect a wide variety of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

The Thermal Advantage

With energy costs on the rise, many homeowners look for ways to cut their utility bills. One of the best ways to combat high energy costs is to insulate your home. Although there are several different types of insulation on the market from which to choose, spray foam insulation is the best to have in your home. It offers several energy-saving benefits.

1. Powerful Insulator

Spray foam works better than traditional insulation because of its expansive nature. When applied, it will tightly seal all nooks and crannies effectively. It also provides a higher R-value per inch than fiberglass.

2. Energy Saver

Spray foam insulation covers nooks and crannies effectively, it provides an excellent air barrier and is extremely energy efficient.  Spray foam has been proven to provide energy savings by preventing heat and cold from entering the thermal envelope.

3. Eliminates Air Infiltration

Air leaks are one of the biggest culprits of high energy bills. According to the Department Of Energy, air infiltration can account for 30% or more of a home’s heating and cooling costs. It can also contribute to problems with moisture, noise, dust, and the entry of pollutants, insects, and rodents.

Spray foam insulation thoroughly seals holes & cracks in your attic or crawl space. Spray foam insulation creates a powerful airtight seal that is less permeable to air infiltration than other types of insulation. Reducing infiltration can significantly cut annual heating and cooling costs.

4. Moisture Barrier

Holes and cracks in walls and crawl spaces can allow ingress to more than just air. Water and moisture can gain access to these areas through exposed cracks and holes if not sealed. Spray foam insulation is impermeable to water. This means that it not only thoroughly seals and protects the interior from airborne moisture and leaks, but it will not absorb the water like other materials in the event of flooding.

5. More Comfortable

Most of your home’s energy costs are related to temperature control. Heating and cooling a home is expensive. If your insulation isn’t creating the best barrier, you’re not only spending more than you should, your home isn’t as comfortable as it could be.

Spray foam insulation will better regulate the indoor temperature no matter the weather, while also reducing your monthly expenses.  Your HVAC unit will not have to work as hard to heat your home in the winter and keep it cool in the summer.

6. Security and Durability

Spray foam insulation provides superior protection in comparison to conventional insulation. It can shift and flex, allowing it to adjust as a home settles over time. It is also better equipped to deal with humidity, rain, and wind, all of which can be damaging.

Spray foam insulation has a fire suppressant mixed in, allowing it to not just reduce the risk of fire spreading, but potentially decrease the chances of a structure catching fire in the first place.

Ready to Cut Your Energy Bills?

Spray foam insulation provides homeowners with so much more than conventional insulation can. Burleson Foam Insulation can design and build an energy-efficient home with spray foam insulation. Our team has the skills and training to apply spray foam insulation properly, so you get the protection you need.