Ensure Home Efficiency with the Right Insulation

The type, quality and installation of your home’s insulation can play a big role in how much energy you use to control the temperature each month. Proper insulation also helps you stay comfortable in your home, and ensure your HVAC system runs properly. Since this is the case, it’s important to ensure your home is well insulated by partnering with a home efficiency expert for its installation. Our company is Northern California’s leader in all things related to home efficiency. We specialize in a full catalog of HVAC, insulation and solar panel services, and we have the expertise to ensure you use as little energy as possible to keep your home comfortable all year long. In this article, we will set out to dispel a few common misconceptions about insulation by answering a few common questions about our installation services. Read on to learn why partnering with an expert for insulation installation is so important for your home’s efficiency.

Isn’t All Insulation the Same?

Many people assume all home insulation is the same, and until recently they would have been basically correct. For decades, homes were insulated with fiberglass insulation, either in the form of batts which are installed between studs and/or with blown in fiberglass insulation. However, in recent years insulation has taken on new forms which can perform at a much higher efficiency level. Today, many homeowners can enjoy lower power bills and a more comfortable home by using spray foam or other forms of new insulation, including our own solution which is called Airsulate™.

How Does Insulation Impact Home Efficiency?

Insulation keeps conditioned air, whether warm in the winter or cool in the summer, in the living areas of your home. When a space is properly insulated, the AC or heating unit doesn’t have to work overtime to control temperatures, which keeps energy costs to a minimum. In addition, this lack of stress on the unit itself can extend its lifespan and lead to fewer issues needing repair. Modern forms of insulation are better at keeping outside air out and conditioned air in, meaning you can enjoy lower power bills each month.

How Do You Determine My Home’s Insulation Needs?

The right type of insulation for your home will depend on its location, size and construction. Insulation also comes at different price points, so ultimately you will have to decide if you want to spend a little more money up front to save in the long run or spend less and pay more on energy costs. Our technicians can assess the condition and characteristics of your home to make a recommendation, while taking into account your preferences and budget. We are always happy to work with our clients and try to find the solution which works best for their needs. If you’re looking for a professional insulation assessment to ensure your home’s needs are met, we can help. For more information, give us a call at 916.438.2532, email us at info@clearefficiencyhome.com or browse our website at clearefficiencyhome.com today.