Few people are aware that there are even different ways to insulate their home, let alone the fact that there are some glaring differences among the different methods. Which is better suited for your particular situation? Rolled insulation, or batting as it is sometimes referred, seems like a better option to some people and it’s the often the most recognizable option to most home owners. It seems like the neatest, cleanest and easiest to install option, but it has its advantages and disadvantages just like the blown in insulation that a contractor would come and install in your house with machines.

The Advantages of Rolled Insulation

Convenience

It’s true that you can quickly and easily procure rolls of insulation at your local home improvement center and begin performing the work on your own – the same day if you so choose.

Self Satisfaction

For many home owners, there are few things that are as satisfying and rewarding as setting out a plan for a home improvement project, getting all of the necessary supplies and completing the project on their own, with no outside help what so ever.

The Advantages of Blown In Insulation

Performance

Despite the fact that rolled insulation is specifically manufactured to fit right in between standard sized studs or joists – it simply can’t match the "fill" of professionally installed blown in insulation. Blown in insulation provides optimal performance because it fits securely into every nook and cranny, it will fill every crack and crevice and surround every piece of conduit and every obstacle, providing a much more effective barrier than rolled insulation.

Speed of Installation

A team of qualified professionals will come out to your home with all of the necessary equipment to properly take care of, in a matter of a few hours, what it could very well have taken you a few days to do with rolled insulation. In addition to the speed, they’ll be able to get into areas with blown in insulation that you would have never dreamed of getting into with your rolls of insulation.

Price

Considering the cost of the materials, the higher level of protection from the elements that blown in insulation has over rolled insulation, and the amount of time and work that you won’t have to invest, it could be very well worth a little bit higher of an initial investment to have the blown in insulation installed by professionals. You may come to find that the money you are saving on your energy bills will help pay for that extra cost in no time.

If your home was built prior to 1970, chances are you may have no insulation at all in your walls and you probably have insufficient amounts of insulation in your attic and your crawl space. The insulation in your attic or crawl space may be deteriorating or water damaged and simply may be incapable of providing the protection that your home needs from the elements.

Depending upon your location or situation, rolled insulation may very well be more than enough to suit your particular needs, but in areas with rough, harsh climate changes you may need to have blown in insulation installed for your home to be as efficient on energy as possible.

Having the right type and quantity of insulation in your home makes sense; it will make your home more comfortable and save you money. Each different type of insulation has advantages and disadvantages, so if you aren’t too sure about what your home may need to be properly insulated then consult a qualified professional with an insulation blowing machines to help you make the right decision so you can begin to get the most out of both your cooling and heating systems.

Author: Amy Nutt

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If your home isn`t properly insulated you could be losing a lot of heat through the loft and the walls.

Here we will consider just three main areas where insulation can be cost effective, which means you will save energy (good for the environment), stay warmer, and save money.

 The figures here relate to the current situation in the United Kingdom, but the general principles will apply everywhere, especially in colder climates.

Cavity wall insulation

Non-insulated homes lose around a third of their heat through the walls. Cavity wall insulation will significantly reduce the amount of energy you need to heat your home and savings of around 200 could be made on fuel bills. The higher the prices of fuel goes, the greater the savings.

Cavity wall insulation isn`t complicated, all that happens is the gap between the two walls of a house are filled with an insulating material, forced through from the outside.

It is estimated that savings of 15 percent can be made by having proper cavity wall insulation.

If you have cavity walls, even if you had to pay the full cost of insulating them, you should recover your costs in savings on heating in around three to four years. If the insulation is subsidised, of course, it will take much less time to make savings.

Right now, though, Loft Insulation & Cavity Wall Insulation Grants are available to all UK Homeowners and Private Tenants.

These grants available are part of the UK Government’s new Carbon Emissions Reduction Target (CERT).

Even if you are not entitled to a full grant you can still receive a partial grant. In fact people on qualifying benefits can even get the insulation work done absolutely free.

Contact your gas or electricity supplier direct and ask them about what they can offer. They should arrange for a surveyor to visit you, and depending on the results of the survey, arrangements are then made for an insulation company to call and do the required work.

If you rent a property privately you will probably be required to get written confirmation from your landlord that he/she agrees to you getting the work done, even if it won`t cost them anything.

Insulating your loft could save you around 225 per year on your energy bills if there is no insulation there at the moment. In an uninsulated home a quarter of your heat can be lost through the roof. Insulating your loft is a simple and effective way to reduce your heating bills.

If you want to do it yourself, be careful to use protective clothing, gloves and masks. Usually, though, loft insulation is best left to the experts.

Finally, double glazing, (or in some countries even triple glazing) can cut your heat lost through the windows by over half.

Single glazing is now considered outdated, and many attractive styles of double glazing units are on the market.

Fitting recommended double glazing can save around 150 a year on your heating bills. The air trapped between two panes of glass creates an insulating barrier which reduces heat loss, noise and condensation.

Author: Geoff Cummings

Geoff Cummings runs a DIY tools site and is also involved with other sites. For a full range of tools for around the home, visit http://www.ourhometools.com and you will find products designed with you, the user, in mind, at discount prices.

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Thinking about taking on a green building project? If you want to build an eco-friendly building or home, take advantage of the new technology and product advancements available, that can help you conserve energy while helping the planet. Spray foam insulation is one important innovation that has numerous practical and environmental benefits.

The initial price of applying spray foam will be more expensive when compared to the traditional fiberglass alternative. Due to the nature of the product, it can only be applied by professionals, driving up the costs; however, eventually a foam insulation system will not only pay for itself, but you can even profit from it.

Spray foam insulation is liquid polyurethane that forms into a solid, foam-like substance once it hits a solid surface. The liquid state allows it to penetrate fine cracks and holes in the surface that products like fiberglass can’t protect. Since the entire surface area is sealed, it is much more energy efficient than any other material available.

It keeps more warm air in during cold months, and keeps it out when it becomes hot. Your electric bill will reduce, saving you money and helping the environment. Buildings with spray foam insulation also sell at higher prices, adding value to your property.

The thick barrier that polyurethane foam creates also helps prevent sound from travelling. You won’t have to worry about noisy neighbors, or disrupting anyone if you have guests over. Since it’s versatile and can be sprayed on nearly any surface, you can even use it to insulate floors and ceilings. You won’t have to worry about your guitar practice in the basement upsetting anyone nearby.

Spray foam insulation also discourages pests from burrowing into your home. The insulation is difficult to tear through, and it can be sprayed along cracks and openings to ensure that no uninvited guests attempt to slip inside of your home. You’ll no longer have to fumigate with dangerous pesticides. It can also help keep moisture out, and is excellent for preventing mold and water damage.

In comparison to fiberglass, polyurethane is a far safer and more eco-friendly building product. Fiberglass is less energy efficient, often comes loose, needs to be replaced much sooner, and can be physically harmful. Fiberglass can cause redness and itchiness if touches bare skin.

The small fibers can also break off (which is common). As these wiry, sharp wires float in the air, they can be accidentally and unknowingly inhaled. Their sharp ends can cut the inside of the esophagus, creating scars that are thought to be a potential cause of cancer. It is often colored bright pink and, because of its unusual texture can entice children play with it, or even put it in their mouths.

On the other hand, spray foam insulation stays put. It won’t fall off or disintegrate, and it’s made of safe materials. You won’t have to worry about dangerous particles floating through the air. It is also made from renewable and recyclable resources. Spray foam insulation not only saves energy, is more hygienic, and health friendly, but purchasing it contributes back to the economy.

Author: Andrew Stratton

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As oil and energy prices continue their relentless rise upward many people are now looking at ways of keeping the heat in the house to a much greater degree, and with this in mind are looking at installing insulated vinyl siding as a way of keeping themselves warmer in winter and cutting the heating bill costs. Luckily there are many different types of insulated vinyl siding on the market, and some of them can be bought at a discount, though all of them can still help to insulate the house to a greater or lesser degree.

When looking at sidings, no matter the material, whether it is vinyl, or wood, or something else, it is essential that you know how much insulation properties the siding has. The difference between siding that has very little insulation and siding that has a lot can make a huge effect on the amount of heat that is retained in the home, and it is therefore well worth the time it takes to do research into this matter.

If you have decided that insulated shingles are a good choice for you, take time to check out the various suppliers to see what they have on offer and to look at the various prices and discounts that are available. A saving of just a few dollars on each panel can make a big difference to the overall price of the job.

A fairly cheap way of installing insulated siding can be to use one of the spray on types of insulation, which has the advantage that it can be very quick to install, given that it just needs to be sprayed directly onto the underlying material. However, rather than do this yourself, it may be a good idea to find a good insulated siding supplier, or contractor, who can do the job for you to make sure it is done properly.

Suppliers of insulated siding are fairly common in most towns and just by taking a look at what is available you should be able to get an idea of how much it will cost. It should always be remembered that when you are choosing siding of any type you should choose a material that enables you to wash it fairly easily, so that your house will always look in good condition.

If you spend some time to do some research into the various types of insulated vinyl siding that are available you will find that it is probably possible to have a great looking house and to save on your heating bills into the bargain.

Author: Carl Formby

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Spray Foam Insulation allows residential and commercial structures to be more sustainable by making houses more energy efficient, healthier, and durable than traditionally insulated homes. Most spray foam materials are water assisted and soy-based, so they do not have much of a negative impact on the environment and can provide the homeowner with decreased energy costs in the end.

Most traditional spray foam materials are made of glass or cellulose, which are not that environment friendly. However, spray-on insulation, made of polyurethane foam, is pumped through pressurized spray nozzles. Once sprayed, it expands to one hundred times its original size and provides a thermal seal and it utilizes renewable resources. The product also can be water-blown which means it is more environmental friendly than traditional one. When it expands, it fills each cavity, crevasse and hole to create a sealed envelope. If properly installed, most spray foam does not usually foster mold or insects and does not break down, hence creates a sealed interior, blocking unwanted pollution out. Spray foam insulation adheres to most material, such as wood and steel and can be used for new constructions or renovations. If the installation is correct, this product poses few issues with properly installed electrical wiring.

Spray foam insulation can seal and fill all the tiny cracks and seams. The material helps to eliminate energy wasting air filtration which can save on framing costs, as well as window and door jambs. This type of product also helps control moisture condensation because it will not shrink and it is fire resistant. In addition, the environment friendly product has been known to alleviate the discomfort associated with indoor allergies and other airborne illness.

If an individual decides to get spray foam, they must understand that the initial insulation costs may be higher than with traditional foam material. The initial cost of using it can be more expensive than using traditional materials. Even though it is more expensive, after insulation you could lower your utility bill by as much as thirty percent. This means you could pay back the cost difference within years of installation.

Spray foam insulation is also not a do-it-yourself procedure and therefore you can not cut costs by installing the material yourself. The insulation should be installed by independent certified contractors and must take place after the electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems are installed. Only trained professionals should install it because it requires specialized sophisticated equipment to install it properly. In addition, it can be very messy and complicated as well. A contractor should also be trained to ensure that the products are properly installed. You should also work with electricians and plumbers who are familiar with working on this product. Since it is fairly new, there may not be many contractors in the area who can apply insulation.

Being a complicated and messy process, it will be easier and more effective in new construction rather than existing homes. Once installed properly, it takes care of the health, safety and comfort of your house.

Author: Andrew Stratton

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Vinyl siding has long been one of the most popular home exterior products in the United States. It’s durable, low-maintenance, affordable, and beautiful. However, vinyl provides little to no additional insulation for your home (some R-value estimates are as high as 1 but many are as low as 0.15). That’s what makes the new insulated vinyl siding so attractive-it’s vinyl with the added benefit of thermal insulation, a win-win for many homeowners.

Insulated vinyl siding is a solid-core home exterior product. First introduced by Crane Plastics in 2001, insulated vinyl is now available from any number of manufacturers. This new type of vinyl siding takes a great product and makes it even better. You get the low maintenance, durability, and great looks of traditional vinyl, plus a whole lot more.

Greater Energy Efficiency

Insulated vinyl siding is an easy and effective way to increase your home’s energy efficiency and reduce energy costs. While traditional vinyl has an R-value of somewhere under 1, insulated vinyl has an R-value between 4 and 5.3. And, of course, the higher the R-value the greater the insulating properties and the more energy you save. Just imagine how much money you’d save if your home had 4 times as much insulation-that’s exactly what happens with insulated vinyl siding installation.

Looks and Feels More Like Wood Siding

Even the best constructed homes aren’t perfectly smooth on the outside; this isn’t a problem for the structure, but it does cause a distinctive bow or bend in flexible traditional vinyl. With insulated vinyl, the siding is stiffer, meaning that the bumps and bends in the outside of the house are less likely to cause this unsightly bowing. Additionally, because the vinyl is filled with insulation, insulated vinyl siding doesn’t have the typical "squish" of traditional vinyl; if you’ve ever leaned up against a house with vinyl siding, you’re familiar with its give. Contrarily, insulated vinyl is unyielding, a feel similar to wood-siding. Ultimately, insulated vinyl looks and feels more like wood siding because it has a similar inflexibility and firmness, unlike the extremely flexible characteristics of traditional vinyl.

Impact Protection

One of the flaws of traditional vinyl has been its vulnerability to impact damage; especially at colder temperatures, storm debris (hail, branches, etc.), golf balls, and baseballs have been known to cause serious damage. However, the rigidity of insulated vinyl siding makes it much stronger, reducing its susceptibility to this type of problem. In fact, some brands claim up to 300% more impact resistant.

Noise Reduction

Finally, insulated vinyl siding cuts down on the noise that enters your home from the outside. The thermal insulation designed to make your home energy efficient has the fringe benefit of making it more acoustically insulated by keeping road noise, loud conversations, and other sounds out of your home. This is a great advantage over traditional vinyl, especially if you live near a busy road, intersection, or even a park or school.

Perhaps the best news of all is that insulated vinyl siding is available at competitive prices; it does cost more than traditional vinyl, but not all that much, especially considering the added benefits. Keeping the reduction in energy costs in mind, insulated vinyl may even come out cheaper than traditional vinyl in the end! Contact your local siding contractor today to learn more about installing insulated vinyl siding in your home.

Author: Matt Gallo

Matt Gallo is a home improvement specialist and the Internet marketing manager for Prospect Genius, a leader in affordable marketing solutions.

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