When properly installed, insulation in your attic can reduce energy costs by reducing the amount of conditioned air that escapes into the hot outside air. It also creates a barrier that prevents warm air from traveling into spaces in your home below the attic, keeping you comfortable all year round.
The right insulation for your attic depends on several factors, including R-value and type. Insulation Contractor need to decide whether you want fiberglass batts, cellulose or spray foam. Fibreglass is a cost-effective option that is available in premeasured rolls. Cellulose is made from recycled paper and treated with a fire-retardant chemical. It’s more expensive than fiberglass, but it offers a higher maximum R-value of up to R-49 per inch. It’s often a favorite snack for local raccoons and it degrades faster than other types of insulation.
Why Attic Insulation is Essential for Every Georgia Home
Mineral wool insulation is a natural insulator, offering both high R-values and good moisture resistance. It’s available in faced and unfaced options. The Service Partners team can recommend this material for a variety of construction applications, including interior walls, ceilings and attics in homes throughout Atlanta.
If you’re doing an ENERGY STAR home upgrade, it’s important to work with a contractor who is certified by the Building Performance Institute and familiar with your utility rebate guidelines. A BPI-certified contractor will start by sealing the gaps and cracks in your attic. This will help prevent hot air from escaping in winter and cold air from entering your living space in summer. They will then add blown insulation.
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2092 Crow Rd, Gainesville, GA 30501
(770)758-4459
