Insulation Pros of Surrey
Providing quality, efficient and affordable services to the local residents and businesses in Surrey BC and surrounding area.
Your Attic Insulation Contractor
We are Surrey, BC’s experts in attic insulation removal, replacement, and installation. As you are probably aware, hot air rises, which makes attic insulation an integral part of your home. Even though it is rarely thought about or seen, proper insulation of your attic has the potential to do wonders for your home's comfort and energy bills. Let us help explain why this is an area of your house you want to keep an eye on.
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Attic Insulation Services
Benefits of Attic Insulation:
Why You Need to Have Your Attic Insulated
Since your attic insulation is safely tucked away out of sight, it might be hard to determine when you need to have it redone. Here are four signs that you might want to look into having your attic insulation redone before it is too late. Depending on if you had cheap insulation or quality insulation installed will be a part of the longevity and durability. With our team we will leave you feeling assured that your attic is performing as you expect it to.
Reach us at (604) 924-7438 for any concerns you might have. We can always come out and have a look to take the guess work out of it.
#1: Leaky or water-damaged roof
As a homeowner, you probably know that a leaky roof is bad news and you will want to get it fixed up as soon as possible. But did you also know that a leaky roof can cause secondary problems with your insulation in the attic? Water leaking from your roof can saturate your insulation and diminish its effectiveness. Certain types of insulation, like fibreglass batt insulation, will be able to maintain some insulative properties when wet, but with others, there is a more severe risk of mould. Not to mention that insulation that stays wet for long periods of time risks spreading moisture to the wooden framing and causing more problems with the integrity of your home. If you have had a leaky or water-damaged roof, it is important to get your insulation inspected by a professional for signs of damage or water retention. Insulation Pros of Surrey has just the experts in insulation that you are looking for!
#2: Increased energy bills
If your thermostat has remained fixed, but your energy bills keep rising then poor insulation might be the culprit. Proper insulation in your attic will stop the flow of warm air out during the winter months and keep that air-conditioned air in during the summer months. By maintaining your home's internal air temperature, your furnace or HVAC will not be working so hard, saving you money on your energy bills.
#3: Insulation was moved or compromised
There are a few ways that insulation in your attic might be moved or compromised. Common factors include home improvement projects or rodent infestations. During a home improvement project, you may have had to move around some insulation to access wires and install electrical. During this process, the insulation may not have been put back perfectly; this can result in gaps for cold air to flow through and into your home. These gaps may also provide space for warm, moist air to settle and lead to mold. If you are unfortunate enough to have some rodents or other animals make a home in your attic, they can easily compromise and move the insulation. After having the animals removed, it is important to have a professional from Insulation Pros of Surrey inspect the insulation and conduct repairs as needed.
#4: Snow melting and Ice formations
If you notice that the snow on your roof is melting faster than on your neighbours' roofs, this can be an indicator of a poorly insulated attic. As the hot air from your home escapes due to insufficient insulation, you'll notice uneven melting patterns. Ideally, the snow melt on your roof should only be impacted by the weather and temperatures outside, not by your attic's insulation. Ice formations or icicles along the side of the roof or gutters are other indicators that there is something amiss with your attic insulation. This is due to snow melting and then freezing as it moves along your roof.
Leaving the attic insulation repairs to a later date may seem tempting, but heat loss is only one concern of this issue. If someone was to walk under the ice dam or large icicle formation when they were released from the gutter or roof edge there is the potential for serious injury. The health and safety of those living at or visiting your property should be a reason to put this insulation repair as your top priority.
Another reason the insulation replacement is important is the damage it could cause to your roof structurally from moisture entering the home. Houses have incurred damage to the framing, insulation and shingles due to improperly insulated attics. The formations can loosen or break your gutter systems along the edge of your house as well. It is fair to say that heat loss from poor insulation in your attic is just the start of more costly issues in the long term.
Batt & Roll Insulation Installation
With many different insulation options available, you may be left wondering what the best type of insulation is for different parts of your home. For Insulation Pros of Surrey, the top choice in attic insulation is batt or roll insulation.
Why is this type of insulation common in attics?
Batt or roll insulation is very common in insulating all different areas of your home. It can be used in the attic, walls, floors, and basement. Batt insulation is also called roll insulation because it is sold in rolls or pre-shaped panels that are perfectly sized to fit between the studs in your walls or ceilings without leaving any gaps. This means it is easy to install and very cost-effective. The less labour-intensive the insulation installed is the lower your overall installation will cost you.
Benefits and Longevity
Besides the ease of installation with batt insulation, there are numerous other benefits as well.
Flexible
Batt insulation is flexible and can be cut down to fit into small spaces as required, helping to block any gaps and reduce unwanted airflow. That is why our Surrey, BC customers often choose this type of insulation for their installation. Attics often have small gaps and areas that require versatile insulation and batt insulation can easily meet that need.
Cost-efficient
Batt insulation is one of the more cost-effective options for insulating your home. This is due to the raw material costs and ease of installation. Cost efficiency can also be seen in the reduced energy bill of heating and cooling your home when it is adequately insulated with batt insulation, possibly reducing your bills by as much as 20% or more.
Material
Batt insulation is made of recycled glass and sand; this makes it naturally fire-retardant and helps to block sounds, making your home quieter. While the focus on protecting your insulation from water damage is a priority. It’s important to put the protection of your home from fire damage at the forefront as well. Making this an easy choice when considering your insulation selection. It also offers various selection in R-values to ensure that you get effective heat and cooling insulation. The typical R-value would be R-45 to R-50 with the expected weather conditions in the lower mainland in British Columbia.
Long life
Batt insulation can easily last for 80 to 100 years before needing to be replaced if it is not compromised or damaged. However, after about 15 to 20 years, bits of fibreglass or sections of insulation can start to fall, so it is important to get your attic insulation inspected if it has been over a decade or two since the insulation was installed. Keeping those fibrous particles out of your air will help keep your health risks low. Insulation Pros of Surrey complete an insulation inspection that will make sure that there isn’t any unseen breakdown or mold build-up in your insulation and reassure you that you are maintaining the longevity you expect.