Understanding the Different Types of Unvented Cathedral Ceiling Insulation
As a homeowner in Kansas City, you probably already understand the significance of insulation in maintaining a comfortable and energy-efficient home, especially if you’re the one in charge of paying the utility bills. While you may have already tackled insulation in your walls and attic to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient, one … Continue reading Understanding the Different Types of Unvented Cathedral Ceiling Insulation
Spray Foam Insulation or Fiberglass? Which is Better at Insulating Your Home?
When it comes to insulating your home, you can choose from a number of different materials designed to improve your energy efficiency and comfort. Two of the most popular options on the market today are spray foam insulation and fiberglass insulation. Both materials come with their own sets of advantages and considerations, making your decision … Continue reading Spray Foam Insulation or Fiberglass? Which is Better at Insulating Your Home?
The Importance of Proper Insulation for Soundproofing
Our home and commercial insulation installers talk a lot about the energy and money savings that come with better insulation when it’s properly installed. But, if you listen closely, you’ll hear (or better yet, not hear) other benefits. Soundproofing insulation reduces noise pollution, creating peaceful, more comfortable work and home environments. Maybe you’ve seen movies … Continue reading The Importance of Proper Insulation for Soundproofing
Does Home Insulation Improve Your Resale Value?
As a homeowner, every time you think about investing in a home improvement, you mentally weigh the impact it might have on your home’s value when the time comes to sell. You might be considering one or a few of the most obvious home improvement projects to increase value, such as upgrading your kitchen or … Continue reading Does Home Insulation Improve Your Resale Value?
An Insulation Contractor Explains When It’s Time to Replace Attic Insulation
You feel like you’re just not as comfortable as you should be. Your utility bills are running higher than usual. Certain rooms in your house either feel like you’re entering a volcano or a frozen tundra. So, maybe you blame your HVAC system. Or, you look at your windows. Or, maybe utilities are just rising … Continue reading An Insulation Contractor Explains When It’s Time to Replace Attic Insulation
Is Investing in Roof Insulation Worth It? Let’s Talk Numbers.
Heat flows from warmer to cooler areas until there is no difference in temperature. It’s that simple. So, no matter the season of the year, your home needs to be properly insulated, from the top down, if it’s to remain comfortable. More than comfort, because insulation is responsible for up to 70% of your home’s … Continue reading Is Investing in Roof Insulation Worth It? Let’s Talk Numbers.
How Better Attic Insulation Improves Indoor Air Quality
You’re exploring solutions related to improving your indoor air quality. As insulation installers, we answer a lot of homeowners’ questions regarding what causes poor indoor air quality and how better home and attic insulation can improve it. So, let’s dig into the details. Why It’s Smart to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality The Environmental Protection … Continue reading How Better Attic Insulation Improves Indoor Air Quality
This Isn’t Your Grandparents’ Fiberglass Ceiling Insulation
When it comes to home insulation, fiberglass is one of the most common and effective materials. But among some groups, it has struggled to shake a reputation of being unsafe. This may have been true early on, but today’s product isn’t your grandparent’s fiberglass insulation. It’s far superior. We’ll explain why — but first, a … Continue reading This Isn’t Your Grandparents’ Fiberglass Ceiling Insulation
Choosing Between Fiberglass and Cellulose Spray Insulation
A significant amount of energy can be lost through poorly insulated walls, floors and roofs. This can eat away at resources and be downright uncomfortable, especially in extreme temperatures, which Kansas City experiences throughout the year. Increasing a home’s insulation and reducing air leaks is one of the best ways to reduce energy waste. From … Continue reading Choosing Between Fiberglass and Cellulose Spray Insulation
Why Getting a New Roof Requires Calling an Insulation Contractor
So, you’ve decided it is time for a new roof. Although costly, once the project is complete, homeowners enjoy unmatched peace of mind and performance — so long as the project is done right. It is not uncommon for people to overlook insulation during a roof replacement. Many simply forget about it. Others don’t want … Continue reading Why Getting a New Roof Requires Calling an Insulation Contractor