subject: Insulation: Makes Home Comfortable And Energy Efficient [print this page] Varying as per the R-values, there are different types of insulation material that you can use, including fiberglass, mineral wool and foam, amongst others. You may even choose green insulation, natural and renewable, such as cellulose as well as wool insulation. Amongst the available options, fiberglass and cellulose are mostly used in residential and commercial buildings. Before installing insulation, it is advisable that one gets the R-value evaluated by a reliable builder as per the local building code and accordingly start the insulation process.
An easy way to improve the energy efficiency of one's home is to insulate the attic. Blown insulation or loose fill insulation is relatively inexpensive and easy of insulating the floor of attic. In contrast, Batt insulation or spray foam insulation can be used for the ceiling joists, which makes the attic fairly cool. However, Blown in attic insulation is quicker, affordable and easier to install a seamless blanket of insulation, which can help in saving from 20% to 40% on your electric bill.
Apart from Attic Insulation, Blown Insulation can also be used for walls and hard-to-reach areas. One may use fiberglass or cellulose for blown in insulation and is an easy task for do-it-yourself enthusiasts. One may have to rent the equipment from any of the local equipment and easily finish the job on own without any professional help.
For improving the Energy Efficiency of the entire home, insulation needs to be done in other parts of the house, along with attics and outside walls. Other areas which needs to be insulated are the basement walls, cathedral ceilings, ceilings without heated spaces, knee walls, in between interior walls as well as floor over vented crawl spaces and over porches and garages. Proper insulation will help in energy conservation, sound control and saving on the energy bill.
