Insulation - What You Need To Know

Without insulation energy is free is escape from the walls and the elements from

the outside are free to come in and have their way with the home's atmosphere. While no amount of the pink stuff is going to completely cut your house off from being affected by the weather outside, you can do as much as possible to mitigate the difference. As a homeowner, you have a lot of choices when it comes to insulating your house. Knowing the differences and what to look for can help you make the right choices when making a purchase.

Common Types

If you're ready to replace the insulation in your house, or put some in where you were previously without it, you'll soon see that you have a lot of choices at your disposal. Some of these choices will be made for you, simply by looking at your budget. Others will be dictated by the area in which you want to put it. The attic, for instance, will probably require different material and installation than the walls. Polyurethane, polystyrene, cellulose, and fiberglass are among the most common choices. You will also be faced with the choice of hiring an installation company or doing it yourself.

The R Value

Of course, comparing insulation installation techniques and materials used is more challenging than just picking out what sounds the best or what costs the least. It's about getting value for your money. Thankfully, homeowners can rely on an industry standard to tell them not only what kind of value their getting in their insulation, but also which type is appropriate for their climate. This product is rated by what's known as an R value. This rates the material's ability to block the transfer of heat. The higher the R value, the better the product. Pay attention to this number when choosing which material to use.

Self-Installation

To save money, some homeowners choose to install their own insulation rather than depending on a company to do it for them. While this is fine under certain circumstances, it isn't recommended for all types of materials. For instance, polyurethane foam can be very dangerous for a person to handle. If you do choose to do your own installation with this or any other material, make sure you read up on the proper safety precautions and follow them to a T.

by: Aloysius Aucoin

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