Home Insulation

Energy consumption can contribute to one of the most expensive bills a homeowner can pay. Most people simply assume that there's nothing that they can do about the cost of powering their home. However, a breakdown of the uses of energy in a house can be startling... View More »

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Insulation: Protecting you from Heat, Cold, and high Energy Costs

You can spend thousands of dollars a year on fuel and electricity after buying a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. Even with those protections against the elements, you can still lose a significant amount of your efforts through the walls of your own home.

Unless your home is specialized and built specifically for energy efficiency (solar panels and other forms of alternative energy), insulation will almost certainly reduce your energy bills. Besides simply saving you money, insulation will increase the consistency in your home. A fair amount of discomfort caused by the cold in a home is the perceptible difference in temperature. By preserving one uniform warm temperature throughout your house, insulation eliminates drafts and cold spots.

 

More Information

There are government projects in walls and other enveloping structures to improve energy efficiency and environmental compatibility.

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Learning Center

If you're new to home insulation, check out our learning center. We have written articles which cover all types of insulation information.

 
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LEED and Insulation

Read about the LEED certification and how insulation plays a role in sustainable building design.

 
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