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Your questions, answered
What is blown-in insulation?
Blown-in insulation, also known as loose-fill insulation, is typically made of cellulose or fiberglass insulation. Both types are made with recycled materials. Our cellulose insulation is mainly made of newspaper, and our fiberglass contains recycled glass. Both types are also treated to reduce the spread of fire.
How is blown-in insulation installed?
Blown-in insulation is unformed, as opposed to a batt or a roll, which allows for greater versatility. It can also be combined with other types of insulation, such as spray foam. As part of your free estimate, we will help you determine which type of insulation is right for your project.
Where can blown-in insulation be installed?
Blown-in insulation is generally installed in attics or walls. It is perfect for covering every area of an attic floor, and can be easily measured to the desired R-Value. Blown-in insulation can also be installed in both new and existing wall cavities. If you already have drywall in place, we can drill through either the interior or exterior of your home and "dense pack" the insulation into the cavities.
Can blown-in insulation be installed over existing insulation?
We can install blown-in insulation over existing insulation if it does not need to be removed. However, we typically recommend that old insulation be removed so we can perform air sealing. Air sealing helps control air flow and improves the effectiveness of your insulation. Air sealing, insulation, and proper ventilation are all important parts of making your home more comfortable and reducing heating and cooling bills.
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Create a blanket of insulation for your home
Blown-in insulation is made of either cellulose or fiberglass. The material is shredded and blown into place, densely packing the area the entire area with insulation. The result is literally a blanket of insulation that shields your home from the outside environment. To further increase the effectiveness of blown-in insulation, we recommend air sealing the exposed area before adding insulation.
Top up or combine blown-in with other types of insulation
Older homes often lack the right amount of insulation in their attics. This is because previous building codes did not require as much insulation, or because existing insulation has settled over time. In either case, topping up your attic with blown-in is an affordable option. It can be installed over any existing insulation without the need for insulation removal. However, removing attic insulation first has the benefit of either adding spray foam or air sealing the area first.
Perfect for new construction and retrofit projects
Blown-in insulation is not just for attics. In new construction projects, it can be installed in open wall cavities and held in place by a mesh barrier. In retrofit projects, it can be installed behind existing dry wall by drilling holes through either the interior or exterior of your home. The holes can then be filled and painted over. Both methods create a densely packed wall of insulation. Our professional insulation installers are trained to minimize the impact of any settling.
Eco-friendly, energy efficient and fire resistant
Cellulose is the most eco-friendly choice when it comes to blown-in insulation. It is manufactured with recycled paper, and it is treated to resist fire. Fiberglass is also eco-friendly, but it contains more new materials than cellulose. It is manufactured with recycled glass, and it is naturally fire resistant. Both products are great solutions to increase the energy efficiency of your home.
Eco-friendly, energy efficient and fire resistant
Cellulose is the most eco-friendly choice when it comes to blown-in insulation. It is manufactured with recycled paper, and it is treated to resist fire. Fiberglass is also eco-friendly, but it contains more new materials than cellulose. It is manufactured with recycled glass, and it is naturally fire resistant. Both products are great solutions to increase the energy efficiency of your home.
Perfect for new construction and retrofit projects
Blown-in insulation is not just for attics. In new construction projects, it can be installed in open wall cavities and held in place by a mesh barrier. In retrofit projects, it can be installed behind existing dry wall by drilling holes through either the interior or exterior of your home. The holes can then be filled and painted over. Both methods create a densely packed wall of insulation. Our professional insulation installers are trained to minimize the impact of any settling.
Top up or combine blown-in with other types of insulation
Older homes often lack the right amount of insulation in their attics. This is because previous building codes did not require as much insulation, or because existing insulation has settled over time. In either case, topping up your attic with blown-in is an affordable option. It can be installed over any existing insulation without the need for insulation removal. However, removing attic insulation first has the benefit of either adding spray foam or air sealing the area first.
Create a blanket of insulation for your home
Blown-in insulation is made of either cellulose or fiberglass. The material is shredded and blown into place, densely packing the area the entire area with insulation. The result is literally a blanket of insulation that shields your home from the outside environment. To further increase the effectiveness of blown-in insulation, we recommend air sealing the exposed area before adding insulation.
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