by Chip | Dec 5, 2019 | Insulation
Insulation prevents the loss or increase of heat within your home, which helps to maintain a more comfortable temperature and lower your monthly energy bills. However, since insulation only lasts for 10 years or so and a previous homeowner may not have added enough...
by Chip | Dec 12, 2017 | Insulation
One of the best ways to boost efficiency in your home is to ensure that you have adequate insulation. Insulation should be of sufficient thickness in strategic sites throughout the home to prevent heat from migrating through the ceiling or walls. Insulation will save...
by Chip | Mar 30, 2017 | Insulation
If your attic doesn’t have enough insulation, you’ll pay more for heating and cooling and find it hard to keep your home comfortable. In our climate zone, the Department of Energy recommends having a total of R-60 on the attic floor for maximum energy...
by Chip | Dec 29, 2016 | Insulation
Inadequate insulation and air leaks can inflate your household energy bills and erode your comfort. The following tips can help you perform checks on two key areas of your home to determine if you’d benefit from having a professional seal leaks and boost your...
by Chip | Nov 3, 2016 | Insulation
The only way to achieve an energy efficient home is with adequate insulation properly installed in its envelope. The specific areas to insulate include the attic and walls, and in some cases, the floors. What Insulation Does Heat is constantly moving toward cold and...
by Chip | Aug 2, 2016 | Insulation
A well-insulated home is essential during our chilly Indianapolis winters, but insulation for cooling is also important during the summer. Here’s how it works. What Insulation Does Heat seeks to move from a warm to a cool area through convection, radiation, or...