FAQ’s

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What type of insulation do you use?

We only use Owen Corning insulation products.  For the attic and walls we use ProPink loose-fill insulation.  It is a blown-in insulation which expands to 18 times its size for better insulation R-value.  It is made of virgin PINK fiber glass insulation and can be used in new construction and in existing homes.  ProPink is made up of 100% renewable materials (60% recycled jars and bottles and and 40% sand) which are crushed into cullet, super heated and made into strands of micro glass fibers.  Nothing is added - no binder,glue,chemicals or additives. It will not itch, crush or settle over time.

• It will not settle or lose its energy-saving abilities over time.
• It does not require the addition of fire-retardant chemicals that can promote corrosion of pipes or wires.
• It will not rot or decay, support fungus or mold growth, or provide sustenance for insects or unwanted attic guest.

The average family in the U.S. spends $1,600.00 per year for heating/cooling. Typically 35% -50% of a total electric bill is for cooling costs.  

The competitive insulation, Cellulose, is made with boratic acid which is highly corrosive. This product is a fire hazard, it is reported there is a Cellulose fire in America every day. It also holds moisture which produces mold. Cellulose settles and looses its R-value.

Myth: It’s easier to adjust my thermostat than pour more money into another home improvement project.

Truth: Insulating your attic is probably the most cost effective improvement you can make to your home with the quickest return on investment.  When you consider the money you save on utilities along with the Federal Tax Credits and local Utility Company incentives, the pay back is usually less than 2 years.   

Myth: R-value refers to the thickness of the insulation.

Truth: R-value refers to insulation’s resistance to heat flow, not to its thickness. Tiny air pockets trapped in the insulating material resist the passage of heat — heat gain in the warm summer months, and heat loss in the colder months. The higher the insulation’s R-value, the greater its insulating power.

Myth: Installing foam gaskets in electrical outlets will significantly reduce air leakage.

Truth: Measurements have shown that less than 1% of a home’s air leakage is due to outlets.

Myth: Attic ventilation is not needed when a proper vapor retarder is used on the attic floor.

Truth: Even with a good vapor retarder, proper ventilation is essential to prevent damaging condensation. Eave vent openings at the roof overhang combined with a ridge vent, roof vent, or gable vents, are effective ways to create a positive movement of air in and out of the attic.

Myth: Stuffing thicker insulation into a smaller space will increase its R-value.

Truth: Fiberglass insulation works on the principle of trapped air pockets. By compressing fiberglass insulation, you decrease the amount of air trapped in the material, therefore reducing the overall R-value. So compressing a thick product into a small space won’t necessarily give you a better R-value.

Myth: Insulating the ceiling will just force more heat to leak out of the windows.

Truth: Adding insulation to one part of a home won’t increase the “pressure” on heat losses through other parts. However, poorly insulated areas will continue to be major sources of heat/cooling loss. Reduce heating and cooling costs by ensuring that each area of your home is insulated to the R-values recommended by the U.S. Department of Energy.

Myth: Turning up (down) the thermostat will make your home get warm (cool) faster.

Truth: It’s tempting to think of a thermostat like a water tap. The wider you open it (the higher or lower you set the temperature), the more hot or cold air will come out. In reality, it works more like a light switch. If it’s on, the same amount of light (hot or cold air) will come out no matter what the temperature.