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Several cases have been reported where a poorly conducted insulation & foam spraying job resulted in the emanation of bad fish-like odour. You definitely do not want your house or office smelling like dead fish, especially during the winter time, […]
In an attempt to cut down costs, some Ottawa homeowners and businesses will try to apply spray foam insulation on their own. However there are some things to consider before you do this, including spray foam insulation safety. Here are […]
As your Ottawa spray foam insulation experts, EcoTech is here to answer any questions you might have on the subject. What is Spray Foam Insulation? Spray foam insulation is an alternative to traditional building insulation such as fiberglass. It is […]
When it comes to spray foam insulation, there are two main types, open and closed, which are also divided by their respective weights or thickness into 1/2-lb and 2-lb foams. So you may be asking, which type of spray foam […]
Spray foam insulation is a great overall choice for home insulation material. It has a high R-value, it reinforces walls, and depending on the type (open or closed cell) it can serve as both a heat and moisture barrier. That […]
There’s a lot of talk about how spray foam insulation is something of a “magic bullet” solution for homeowners looking to increase the efficiency of their insulation and save money on heating costs. It’s structure-enhancing qualities are also often heralded, […]
A couple months ago, Mike Holmes was interviewed by the Gazette about insulation choices for their home renovation section. The verdict of the article was clear: not only was spray foam insulation the top choice for home insulation, but he specifically cited […]
If you’ve done any research on spray foam insulation, you probably know that it is an extremely efficient insulator, with the highest R-value of any commercially available insulation materials. The savings in energy costs that it can pass on to […]
R-value is a measurement of a material’s heat resistance. It’s used in the building industry, most often to refer to materials that make up insulation. It is essentially a ratio between the temperatures on either side of the material. It […]
Ottawa is no stranger to the harsh temperatures that the Canadian winter brings with it. During the cold winter months, often starting as early as November and lasting into March, Ottawa residents experience a huge spike in their energy bills […]