Have you ever walked past an exterior wall of your house only to feel the winter wind coming through the insulation? Homes insulated 30 years ago have lost a substantial portion of their R-value over three decades. If your exterior walls feel cold to the touch in the winter or neglect to block the wind, a good way to lower your energy bills and make your home more comfortable is installing retrofit insulation. In fact, re-insulation can make your home a lot more energy-efficient and help you save money!<\/p>\n
When it comes to installation methods, insulation retrofitting can differ from new home construction insulation, but the material choices are generally the same:<\/p>\n
\u2022\tFiberglass
\n\u2022\tCellulose
\n\u2022\tSpray foam
\n\u2022\tRadiant barrier<\/p>\n
Of these choices, non-expanding spray foam offers the least intrusive installation process paired with the most longevity and best energy savings.<\/p>\n
Do You Need to Re-Insulate?
\nFirst things first\u2014how can you even tell when it\u2019s time? You may need retrofit insulation if:<\/p>\n
\u2022\tYour energy bills have been increasing
\n\u2022\tIt\u2019s drafty and uncomfortable in your house
\n\u2022\tTemperatures from room to room aren\u2019t even
\n\u2022\tThe AC is running more than normal in the summer<\/p>\n
While there are other signs of a poorly insulated home, these are the most common ones experienced by homeowners. Of course, you can always talk to a professional insulation company. And scheduling an energy audit, like a blower door test here, can help you determine your needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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