Insulating concrete forms (ICF), foam boards or foam blocks, unfinished walls, including foundation walls for new constructions; loose and blown filler. The choice of insulation material will depend on these factors. The four most common types of insulation are spray foam, fiberglass, cellulose and mineral wool. When combined with a proper air seal, the insulation contributes to additional savings in heating and cooling costs.
Properly insulating your home also allows for a quieter space from outside noise. Any surface in your home that separates the inside from the outside must be insulated. There are several ways to properly insulate your home, depending on your budget and level of comfort with projects related to home energy. Adding insulation and air sealing to your home helps reduce energy loss, reduces heating and cooling bills, and improves interior comfort.
Cellulose insulation is a type of product based on wood or paper. This type of insulation is used to fill empty spaces in the structural part of your home to slow down the transmission of heat or cold. Cellulose insulation is thick, dense and lumpy, with a consistency very similar to that of down feathers. Cellulose insulation is an excellent alternative to fiberglass.
It provides an environmentally friendly, efficient, non-toxic and affordable thermal solution.
