Home Insulation: Is It Worth the Investment?

Insulation is great to keep your home warm, energy efficient, and to help cut your energy costs. It works by acting as a barrier and keeping your home cool during the summer and warm in the winter.

When selecting your home's insulation, be sure to consider the climate of your region as well as the particular characteristics of your home. Here's some advice to remember:

Insulation Types

The material, the purpose, and the best site can be different. There is more information on various kinds on NAIMA Canada's website.

Why Solid Home Insulation Is Important

Environmentally Friendly

About 17 percent of the energy is used for heating. Insulating your home will reduce energy use for heating or air cooling. This can reduce greenhouse emissions as well as your carbon footprint.

A More Comfortable Home

The more well-insulated your home is, the more comfortable it is for you and the people living there. The installation of quality insulation on walls and attics can reduce temperatures in the winter and summer months.

Money Saving

A lot of homes were constructed during the time when electricity was cheaper. In the end, there was little (if there was any) insulation installed. Make sure that your home is insulated properly--a great method to reduce bills and save money.

Noise Reduction

Insulation lessens both indoor and outdoor noise. Beware of cars passing by and your neighbors having a party or fighting, and also lessen the noise inside while your children enjoy entertainment in the family room.

When You Should Remove Insulation

Dirty or old insulation makes the house inefficient in managing heat. In the attics, rooms that are not well-insulated will have different temperatures than the other rooms in the house. Additionally, damp insulation increases the chance of mold and condensation. This is the time to take off and replace insulation:

It comprised fibrous materials (such as cellulose and fiberglass), which promote condensation and hold in moisture.

There is evidence of rodents or pests (e.g., droppings, chewed-up insulation, and the smell of urine).

It's now wet and encouraging mold growth, allergens along with musty smells.

The maintenance of the insulation in your home is an investment that is worth it. Get the advice of experts to find the kind of insulation that is best suited to your house.