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Want a comfortable home and lower energy bills?
Start with an insulation and air sealing upgrade.
June 10, 2021
As spring turns into summer and temperatures rise here in California, most of us are trying to stay cool by cranking up the AC. But unless your house is properly air sealed and insulated, all of the nice cool air your AC creates will be pushed out by hot, outside air, leaving you with ultra-high cooling bills and an uncomfortable home. So how do you solve the problem? Upgrading your insulation and air sealing is the best place to start.
What Are the Benefits of Insulation and Air Sealing?
Many homeowners wonder whether attic insulation and air sealing is worth it, and the answer is: yes, absolutely. Adding insulation and air sealing to your attic, basement, and exterior walls is one of the most valuable and cost-effective energy efficiency upgrades you can make to your home and will lead to benefits like:
Increased home comfort
More consistent interior temperatures
Lower cooling costs
Better indoor air quality
Less energy waste
Insulation and Air Sealing Work Better Together
Insulation and air sealing are technically two separate home improvement projects, but they work much better when done together.
Air sealing is the process of closing up all the small gaps and cracks in your home’s construction (called air leaks) in order to prevent unregulated air flow. This stops heat from moving by air (in a process known as convection) but does nothing to prevent heat from transferring between materials (conduction). That’s why you need home insulation, too, which works to prevent heat from moving between materials. Together, insulation and air sealing will keep conditioned air contained and prevent outside heat from getting into your home.
What Type of Insulation Is Best for Your Home?
There are many different types of insulation including:
Spray foam insulation
Blown in fiberglass insulation
Cellulose insulation
Rigid foam board insulation
The home performance experts at Greencat will help you decide which insulation material will suit your needs the best, and we’ll also advise you on where air sealing, insulation upgrades, and other full-home weatherization improvements will have the greatest impact.
Looking for a Licensed Insulation and Air Sealing Contractor Near You in California?
Greencat is a licensed and certified insulation contractor that’s proud to serve homeowners in Los Angeles, Orange County, Western Riverside County, Western San Bernardino County, and throughout all of California. We don’t just want to get the job done, we want to get it done right, and we always go the extra mile to make our customers happy. Reach out to our team today to schedule an insulation upgrade and get your home ready for summer.