As we prepare to enter the new year, one of our resolutions should be to make choices in our homes that are more environmentally conscious. This not only reduces our carbon footprints but can even add comfort to our homes and decrease our finances.
If you want to keep your home energy efficient, it all starts with proper insulation.
Types of Insulation
Insulation will reduce the flow of thermal energy in our homes. There are several types of insulation that we can incorporate into the structure of homes, including:
Fiberglass: This can be purchased in batts placed between framing materials.
Spray Foam: This is often used in roofing and walling materials for insulation.
Mineral Wool: This material can withstand higher temperatures and reduces noise levels. Additionally, it is moisture-resistant.
Cellulose-loose Fill: This fire-resistant material is composed of fire-resistant elements that make an easy installation process.
The insulation that you choose for your home depends on the structure, budget, and overall outside temperatures of the home.
How Insulation Keeps Your Home Energy Efficient
Insulation acts as a barrier that separates your home from the outside environment, which we know can have unforgiving temperatures in some areas during the winter and summer months.
With insulation, your home is kept in overall comfortable conditions, all while you likely will never have to turn on a heater or an air conditioner.
This is beneficial for the environment since it:
- Prevents the overextension of a heating and/or cooling system.
- Prevents outside air from leaking into the home, not only decreasing the temperatures inside but also introducing allergens and harmful pollutants.
- Improves the efficiency of HVAC systems by preventing outdoor air from clogging the filters with dust (clogged filters can cause the appliance to use more energy).
- Distributes heat evenly throughout the home so that we are not constantly relying on our heating system in one room.
How Being Energy Efficient is Budget Friendly
Energy-efficient insulation can also be beneficial to our wallets. It reduces our heating and cooling expenses significantly, with homeowners saving up to 15% on utility bills.
With insulation, the air from the inside of your home is recycled, often remaining at the same temperature. Even during the hotter and cooler months, there is no need to adjust the heating and cooling systems since the climate inside will be constant.
Start the New Year By Being Energy Efficient
Our experts at Radiant & Drywall are ready to install your ideal insulation today to safeguard the environment and cut back on your energy bills.
Contact us today at (631)-924-0500 for a free estimate and to get the process started.
