If you live in the Southeast, your insulation needs will depend heavily on the environmental conditions where your home is located. It is essential – these days – to have a home that is considered to be energy efficient. In order to succeed in this endeavor, you will need to consider many factors – with one of the top ones being the insulation you will use within your residence.
This system is designed to help in reducing the amount of heat that enters the home during the hot months and the amount that leaves the home when it is cold outside. In this guide, we will expound on 3 popular types of insulation that are commonly utilized in homes across the Southeast region of the United States.
- Bath Insulation – This type of insulation includes a blanket that involves several materials. In most instances, these include natural fibers, cellulose, plastic, fiberglass, and mineral wood. These may be mounted in a variety of locations throughout the home. This is considered to be an inexpensive form of insulation. The R value ranges from 2.9 to 3.8 per inch of thickness of the product. Highly dense options may have an R value of up to 4.3 per inch. If attempting DIY insulation as this type of insulation is irritating to the skin and to the respiratory system to wear protective clothing and equipment.
- Blown-In Insulation – This type of insulation is also known as “loose-fill insulation”. It is placed by using a machine that is designed to spray and to blow the insulative material into the space to be insulated. This type of insulation typically consists of cellulose, fiberglass, and/or wool. It is highly flexible and is great for cracks, crevices, and weirdly-shaped locations. It may be used in conjunction with other types of insulation in order to seal more tightly. The R value ranges from 2.2 to 3.8.
- Spray Foam Insulation – This is a type of insulation that is made from a liquid-based latex or a foam that is composed of polyurethane. When sprayed, it expands and then it hardens so that all gaps in or around a specific area seal completely. The R value is based on density and ranges rom 3.7 to 6,2. This is a bit more costly than most types of insulation. This type of insulation may be stained, painted, and even trimmed.
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We here at Southern Industries Home Improvements do not recommend DIY insulation as it involves numerous risks to both your home and your health. If you need your insulation replaced or you need insulation in a newly constructed home – wait no longer. Contact us today so that we may be of assistance. We are a one stop home improvement shop. Our licensed, insured, and trained team are standing by – you may contact us now and do not forget to ask about our current special. You may reach our home improvement team by calling the following phone number to set up your consultation at (833) 240-4900