There are many types of insulation but they all achieve the same thing: to slow the transfer of heat into and out of your home. This is what keeps your home warm in winter and cool in summer to improve comfort, save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Investing in proper home insulation can cut your energy bills by up to 15%.* That’s money you could be putting into your savings or towards other improvements.
With rising domestic heating oil and electricity costs, you want to do everything you can to reduce your energy usage. Choosing the right insulation, having it properly installed and minimizing air leaks can all help to cut your energy bill and make your house more efficient.
Without insulation, warm air escapes through walls and the attic, making the rest of your home feel cold. This can make it difficult to stay comfortable all year round – especially in the summer when the temperatures are hotter. Insulation helps to keep the movement of heat within your home to a minimum, keeping you and your family warm and cozy in winter and cool and comfortable in summer. The most common place to add home insulation is in attics, but windows, doors and basement rim joists can also benefit from this simple upgrade. You can choose from a range of home insulation materials, ranging from fiberglass and polystyrene to mineral wool or spray foam solutions. All have different R-Values (which is how they measure their resistance to heat flow) and the correct type of insulation for your home will depend on where it is located and the recommended R-Value for your area.