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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 […]
When it comes to the structural integrity of your home, you might worry about things like earthquakes, lightning, termites and water damage. However, one of the most common stresses on the walls of a typical home is invisible: wind. When […]
In the world of home insulation, one will encounter three main categories of materials: Spray foam insulation, batt or batting isulation, and blown insulation. Spray foam insulation includes closed and open celled varieties, and is applied by professionals using specialized […]
Attic insulation contributes greatly to reducing your energy bills, especially if you insulate with spray foam insulation, which actually works best in spaces like attics. A properly insulated attic prevents certain problems that can arise, such as ice buildup on […]
In addition to our open and closed-cell spray foam insulation, we offer a unique home insulation solution which is extremely ecologically friendly: Knauf EcoBatt insulation. Knauf EcoBatt insulation is similar to fiberglass insulation except it is made to be ecologically safe through […]
Spray Foam insulation might seem like an easy enough job to handle on the surface. After all, it basically involves spraying foam on to desired areas of your home. The truth of the matter is that this process is quite […]
In order to be properly installed and effective, spray foam insulation must stick well to whatever surface it’s being applied to. There are 3 main factors to consider when installing spray foam insulation to make sure that it is applied […]
Of all things to consider when choosing insulation for your home, environmental impact is something that more and more homeowners are taking into account. Other than the obvious concerns such as cost, space requirements, durability and energy savings, how green […]