While the attic is often out of sight and out of mind, it’s an essential part of your home. It keeps your house warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer by minimizing the ways that air escapes and enters. This can reduce your energy bills and help prevent heating and cooling equipment from overworking. It’s important to hire a contractor who has a lot of experience in the industry and understands your area’s R-value needs.

Choosing the Right Insulation Types
Different spray foam insulation types are suited for different climates. For example, homes in the northern United States need a higher R-value to keep warm air inside during colder temperatures. Spray foam and loose-fill fiberglass are both good choices for these climates, as they create an airtight seal to prevent hot and cold air from seeping through the home. These materials also require a high level of skill to install correctly. General contractors and handymen typically don’t have the expertise necessary to do these jobs.

Reducing Heat Loss Through the Attic: Simple Ways to Save Energy

Choosing the right insulation can also save you money on your energy bills. Many local utilities and ENERGY STAR offer rebates for air sealing and insulation projects. Check with your utility company or visit the ENERGY STAR Rebate Finder to find available discounts in your area. You may be able to save even more by working with an insulation contractor that offers financing or payment plans based on percentages of the project’s total cost.

Noble Insulation Inc
1201 Pennsylvania Ave Unit D, Richmond, CA 94801
650-686-2965