Combining Air Sealing with Insulation
Home insulation and air sealing go hand-in-hand to create Rise Foam Insulation effective energy barrier that minimizes heat loss in winter and gain in summer, reduces drafts, and improves indoor comfort. When combined, they ensure your heating and cooling systems operate more efficiently for instant savings on your energy bills while reducing your environmental impact.
Air sealing is the process of identifying and closing gaps, cracks, and holes throughout the home’s envelope, including around windows, doors, attic hatches, pipes, vents, electrical outlets, lighting fixtures, and more. These openings allow conditioned air to escape your home and unconditioned outdoor air to infiltrate, forcing your HVAC system to work harder than necessary. By preventing unwanted airflow, spray foam and injection foam can help you maintain consistent temperatures in your home, reduce drafts, and lower humidity levels for improved indoor comfort.
“Why Buyers Care: How Insulation Affects Home Resale
Unlike insulation, which slows the transfer of heat, air sealing prevents air from escaping through gaps and holes in your walls, ceilings, and floors. When coupled with injected or spray foam insulation, they create an airtight envelope that maximizes the effectiveness of your insulation to save you energy and money year-round.
When paired with a professional home energy audit, insulation and air sealing provide a comprehensive weatherization solution that significantly reduces your energy waste and costs and makes your home more comfortable all year-round. To learn more about the benefits of combining insulation and air sealing in your home, schedule a free consultation today.
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