How Insulation Lowers Your Energy Costs
Did you know that 9 out of 10 U.S. homeowners have insufficient insulation? ENERGY STAR® estimates that adding insulation to your home can cut your energy costs by 10 percent overall.
A well-insulated home not only improves comfort—it helps you save money.
Better World Builders is proud to offer second-to-none insulation services for our Michigan customers. Get in touch with our Kalamazoo office today to learn more.
What Are the Benefits of Crawlspace Insulation?
It’s a bit of an investment, but having your crawlspace professionally insulated has many long-term benefits. Here are the top reasons Kalamazoo residents choose to insulate:
- It Protects from Mildew, Mold, and Water Damage.
An unsealed crawlspace is an open invitation for moisture. When your Kalamazoo crawlspace is damp, mildew and mold are sure to be there. This makes your house musty, triggering respiratory symptoms, particularly if anyone in your household has allergies or asthma. That’s why a well-sealed crawlspace is excellent for indoor air quality (IAQ).
- It Improves Home Comfort.
Does your home feel drafty, no matter how often you adjust your thermostat? It could be under-insulated. A proper cushion underneath your floorboards traps heat and chilled air, ensuring your home stays comfortable.
- It Helps You Save Money on Utilities.
The fewer times your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioner (AC) cycles, the less energy it uses. When your home is sufficiently sealed, your HVAC unit won’t have to run as many cycles to regulate the temperature.
- It Helps Your HVAC Equipment Last Longer.
Similarly, fewer cycles mean your HVAC equipment doesn’t have to work as hard and is less susceptible to wear-and-tear damage. Coupled with seasonal maintenance, insulation is a great way to extend the lifespan of your HVAC system.
- It Increases Your Home Value.
Hoping to sell your house for more than you bought it for? Crawlspace insulation is a surefire way to increase your home value and desirability for prospective homebuyers.
What’s the R-Value?
The thermal resistance value, or R-value, is a grade for insulation. The greater the value, the more effective it is at holding heat. The R-value your home requires depends on the part of the U.S. you live in. Countrywide, there are eight different climate zones with corresponding R-values.
What Can I Expect During the Installation Process?
Before we install, your Better World Builders team will perform a free in-home consultation. This allows us to determine the amount of insulation required, where it’s needed, and how long the project will take. Next, we’ll provide you with an upfront quote.
If you give us the go-ahead, we’ll schedule your appointment. The actual installation may take up to two days. If you have old insulation that requires replacement, our team needs to properly detach and dispose of it before we can lay in the new product.
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Better World Builders is proud to provide quality home services to our neighbors in Kalamazoo, MI, and its surrounding communities. Call our office at 269-383-7862 or request service online.