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For homeowners shopping for attic insulation, there are two primary considerations: which insulation product to install and which insulation contractor to hire. Here, the homeowner needs to be informed and educated so that better decisions can be made and with attic insulation, it’s not any different.
Every manufacturer has the “best†brand and every installer has the “best†approach. In the end, it can be more confusing for a homeowner than informative. But with a good insulation contractor on hand, product recommendations, from blown-in insulation to Batt insulation can be made easy.
Building a house is not as simple as constructing four walls and laying bricks around it. Many design features are built into the layout to improve efficiency and protect the inside while keeping outside elements from coming in. At EcoStar Insulation, attic insulation isn’t just about adding or removing insulation . The attic and roof cavity are considered a “system†– and that means blocking airflow (the air barrier), stopping moisture from gathering (the vapor barrier), and ensuring appropriate levels of ventilation and air circulation. In short, the “system†gets properly sealed, properly insulated, and properly ventilated. Crawlspaces and attics are not just “dead space”.Â
There are three types of attic insulation— fibreglass, cellulose and minerals.
Fiberglass insulation, mainly blown-in fiberglass, is a popular choice. However, it can be tricky to install as a DIY project. Loose-fill fiberglass is easy to install, but taking precautions before starting is essential.
Cellulose insulation is a “green†product. It has the highest recycled content of any insulation available, made of roughly 80% recycled newspapers and paper products.
Insulation made from natural minerals, primarily basalt or diabase rock, is commonly referred to as mineral wool insulation, rock wool, or stone wool insulation. It is manufactured by melting the raw materials at high temperatures and spinning or blowing the molten mixture into fine fibres.
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