subject: Why Foam Insulation is a Smart Investment [print this page] Why Foam Insulation is a Smart Investment
Homeowners are always looking for the best ways to save on utility bills and increase their homes value. A great way for homeowners to achieve these tasks is to consider installing foam insulation if their home doesn't already have it. Choosing to insulate your home with foam insulation will save you money and is better for your health compared to other insulators such as fiberglass. Foam can be pumped into a home's walls, ceilings and floors for top notch insulation.
Foam insulation has the ability to fill every small nook and cranny in a wall, ceiling, or floor guaranteeing great insulation. In addition to covering more surface area, foam insulation is also denser than other insulating materials. As a result of these qualities, your home will keep in more heat in the winter and cool air in the summer, lowering your utility bills. Homes that are insulated with foam have also been known to have higher resale value than homes that do not. Another advantage of foam insulation is that it keeps out pests such as rodents and bugs better than other insulators, because of its ability to fill smaller cracks and crevices.
Insulating material like fiberglass can cause itching and pollute the air in your home. Foam insulation however is toxic free and completely safe to work with. Another health advantage foam insulation provides is the prevention of mold. Foam insulation does not absorb water therefore it won't act as a breeding ground for harmful mold that could damage you and your family's health.
Foam insulation is more expensive than other insulators, however given its advantages foam insulation is well worth the price. Although foam insulation can be installed by the homeowner it is very messy and won't do its job if not installed properly. Your best bet is to call a professional. That way you know you insulation will be installed right and will save you time and aggravation.
