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Effective insulation can save you money over time. |
Evaluating Insulation Projects
Written by
Elizabeth Wood
Editor In Chief, United Home Improvement
Homeowners everywhere are trying to discover ways to lower their
monthly energy bills. Families usually resort to making sure
lights and appliances are turned off when they are not being
used, and that the thermostat is not being abused. What they
don't know is that an estimated 60% of energy is used by heating
and cooling. By investing in insulation, you will save the
amount of money needed to pay for the cost of installation and
continue to save afterwards. Also, insulation will bring a
greater sense of comfort to your home by trapping heat in the
winter and cold air in the summer.
Poor insulation and air leakage are the top two reasons for
energy waste. Even the newest of homes can benefit from
insulation. Areas that require major insulation attention
include attics, basement walls and ceilings, unheated floor
spaces, exterior walls and...more |
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Insulating
Old Homes
Homeowners everywhere are trying to discover ways to lower
their monthly energy bills. Families usually resort to making
sure lights and appliances are turned off when they are not
being used, and that the thermostat is not being abused. What
they don't know is that an estimated |
60% of energy is used by heating and cooling. By investing in
insulation, homeowners can save the amount of money needed to
pay for the cost of installation and continue to save
afterwards. Also, insulation will bring a greater sense of
comfort to a home by trapping heat in the winter and cold...more |
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Loose Fill
Insulation
What is loose-fill insulation? Loose-fill insulation, also
called "blown-in" insulation, is usually made from cellulose,
fiberglass, or rock wool. It is generally used in new
constructions and in older existing homes, typically in
hard-to-reach areas. If properly installed, loose-fill |
insulation can offer more complete cavity coverage than other
forms of insulation, because the fibers can fill around wires,
piping, and other obstacles. Special equipment is used to fill
building cavities with the small fluffy particles in which
loose-fill insulation is broken down into. Cellulose
Loose-fill Insulation: Made from recycled wood fiber,
primarily newspaper...more |
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