April 20, 2021 6:34 am
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Insulation is an important feature in all Northern California homes. Whether you’re building a new house or considering replacing your current insulation, you have a choice when it comes to the material you use. While fiberglass insulation, in either batt or loose fill options, is a popular choice, it’s not always the best one. Here are the major pros and cons of fiberglass insulation and how you can tell if it’s right for your home. Thermal protection When considering the pros and cons of fiberglass insulation for your Northern California home, one of the major benefits is its thermal protection... View Article
March 31, 2021 9:05 pm
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Summer is just around the corner, which means daytime temperatures will soon be in the 80s. The best way to keep your house comfortable while reducing your energy bills is to ensure your home is adequately insulated. However, that’s not always an easy task for the average homeowner. Fortunately, we’re here to help you double-check your insulation and ensure you’re properly covered. Continue reading to learn how to know if you need new insulation in preparation for the summer months in Northern California: Assess your energy bill: Your monthly cooling bill can be much higher if your home is unprepared... View Article
March 17, 2021 9:05 pm
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Insulation is pivotal in keeping your home comfortable and your energy bills low all year long. Unfortunately, insulation doesn’t last forever. It becomes less effective as it ages, and can even become a breeding ground for pests. Continue reading to learn a few of the signs that will help you determine if your Northern California home is not well insulated. Old age If your home was built before 1970, you can stop reading right now—it’s likely time to re-insulate your home. Insulation technology has come a long way in the past few decades, meaning it’s better at keeping your home... View Article
March 2, 2021 6:22 pm
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Vapor barriers are a type of plastic film designed to be impermeable so as to prevent moisture from seeping through. They’re frequently used as part of a building envelope in walls and ceilings, and can also be used underneath certain flooring installations. One of the most common questions Northern California residents have when remodeling a room or finishing off a basement concerns in which situations vapor barriers are needed after putting in the insulation. Not every wall requires a vapor barrier—keep in mind that it’s used to prevent water vapor from getting in through the protected surface. To determine whether... View Article
February 16, 2021 6:21 pm
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Proper insulation is one of the most important investments you can make in your home to conserve energy and keep the interior of your home comfortable all year long. When installing new insulation in Northern California, you’ll have a wide range of options available, including rigid board insulation. The most popular types of insulation across the country are generally batts or mats of soft insulation, but there are also fiberglass, cellulose and natural wool insulation materials that are popular alternatives. With rigid board insulation, you get hard, dense sheets of foam, typically polystyrene or polyurethane. The chemical structure of these... View Article
