If the high costs of your utility bills has you threatening to make your family members wear ski parkas all winter, or the bare minimum in the summer, it's time to inspect your attic and add insulation.Insulating your attic is one of the simplest ways to increase the energy efficiency of your house and keep your family and guests more comfortable during the harsh San Antonio summers.Learn about all the different types of attic insulation and how they can help keep your home comfortable year round.
Radiant Barrier Insulation
Radiant barrier insulation is the best choice for many homeowners. This space age material reflects the sun's rays and decreases the heat transfer in your attic considerably. This is especially helpful in between the roof deck and the floor of the attic.Radiant Barrier foil insulation is effective in reducing the high costs of cooling your home, particularly in areas where the summer temperatures are extreme, such as San Antonio.
Blown-In Insulation
Insulation that is blown into your attic via a machine is a type of loose-fill cellulose material. It is effective in filling in areas that are difficult to reach. Blown-in insulation also fills the tiny crevices where heat or air conditioning can escape from your home.Unfortunately, blown-insulation tends to settle over time causing uneven protection from heat. When exposed to humidity it also leads to absorption which could cause it to rot or form mold.
Blanket Insulation
Attic insulation that comes in rolls of fiberglass batts is the easiest for a do-it-yourself type person. It's also a fairly good choice if you already have some insulation in the attic floor. The blanket simply goes around the framing members.It does however pose a health risk while installing which could cause some issues for those who have respiratory problems. It could also leave gaps and holes if improperly installed which could decrease the amount of resistance to heat.
Spray Foam Insulation
A polyurethane insulation, such as spray foam, has an advantage over the blown-in type. This is because it works well in finished rooms that you will use on a regular basis, such as a den or playroom.Spray foam costs about twice as much as the loose-fill or rolls of insulation leading homeowners to pay for the price. Likewise, it isn't as thick enough as other forms of insulation which could lead to problems down the line and wasted time.
Attic Insulation Benefits Your Home and Your Wallet
Although the expense of adding insulation to your attic may discourage you at first, the savings you will get will pay for themselves while providing you a more comfortable home for you and your family.Contact Green Energy of San Antonio today to get your attic ready and start benefitting from an energy efficient home with our radiant barrier insulation.
