subject: Utility Savings Insulation An Essential Home Improvement Measure [print this page] There are different home improvement measures taken by homeowners to enhance the aesthetics of the home. However, they generally forget to incorporate things that can also improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The most important step to improve the energy efficiency of the house is to install utility savings insulation. This has become all the more important nowadays because of the ever-rising electricity bills. Due to the heat flow through walls, ceilings, attics and others, the heating or cooling done by the electrical devices is not that effective and are used for longer duration of time. As a result, more electricity is used that causes high utility bills. This can however be lowered with the help of utility savings insulation, which saves money and keeps the house comfortable throughout the year. Hence, if you plan on renovating your home, you must install utility savings insulation. Foremost, you need to get an energy audit done to know about the insulation requirements, based on the recommendations of the Department of Energy. Among the different areas of the home which need to be insulated, attics and outside walls are most important. This is so because maximum of the heat flow or loss occurs through these areas. Other areas of your home where insulation needs to be installed are the basement walls, cathedral ceilings, vented crawl spaces as well as floors and ceilings with unheated spaces. Proper installation of utility savings insulation will not only restrict the heat flow and make home comfortable, but will also minimize noise due to its sound absorption properties. There are different forms and types of utility savings insulation available, such as cellulose, mineral wool, 2lb foam, and fiberglass insulation. These insulation materials are available in different forms such as blanket and loose-fill. While selecting amongst them, there are few things that you need to keep in consideration, such as the R-value of the material and place where you plan to install insulation. For example, the 2lb foam can be easily installed in irregularly shaped areas or existing finished areas. In contrast, the structural insulated panels or SIPs is perfect for unfinished new construction. You choose amongst the different forms and materials as per your requirements and budget. Hence, if you want to reduce power bills and increase comfort, you must install utility savings insulation that will make your home energy efficient.
Utility Savings Insulation An Essential Home Improvement Measure
