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What is Blown Insulation?

Blown insulation, also known as “loose fill”, is made up of small, loose pieces of insulation that are blown into a wall or floor cavity using special pneumatic equipment. Our professional blown insulation services will ensure that the insulation material is evenly distributed maximizing energy savings and making your home more efficient.

Blown insulation can be used in new construction to insulate walls or to insulate existing structures that may have inadequate insulation. It is also useful in such structures which require additional insulation to maximize energy savings.

Does insulating your home help?

There are a number of different ways to reduce energy costs in a home, including replacing windows and upgrading HVAC equipment. But the simplest, fastest and most cost effective way to reduce home energy costs and make your home more comfortable is by increasing the level of insulation in your home.

Adding insulation to your home is a great investment as it reduces heating and cooling costs. It also increases the value of your home (for every $1,000 reduction in annual utility costs, the value of a home is estimated to increase by approximately $20,000). You can also receive a current 2011 Federal Energy Tax Credit equal to 10% of the cost of your project (up to $500).

What are the Blown Insulation Options?

Blown insulation that are commonly used are fiberglass and cellulose.

• Fiberglass insulation consists of small particles of spun glass fibers made from 100% melted sand
• Cellulose insulation is made from recycled newspapers or cardboard which has been treated with chemicals to make it resistant to flame and insects.

Advantages of using Blown insulation

Using blown insulation has many advantages.

• It is cost and time effective – Saves time and costs less because it is easier to fill in hard-to-reach and irregularly shaped areas as well as areas around obstructions to fill in gaps.
• It is environmentally friendly-as it makes use of natural and recycled materials.
• Flexibility of use as it can be used alone or applied over existing insulation for increased energy efficiency.

How can you measure the insulating performance of Blown Insulation?

The insulating performance of Blown Insulation is measured in R-Value, which stands for “resistance to heat flow”. R-Value is measured primarily by the thickness of the insulation or the depth of the blown insulation, which is measured in inches. The higher the R-Value, the better the resistance to heat flow and the greater the insulating value.

What is the best use for blown insulation?

Blown Insulation is best used to insulate attic floors, as most homes have inadequate levels of insulation in the attic. Blown Insulation creates a seamless blanket of insulation to fill in gaps which minimizes air leakage, making it more efficient for attic floors.

The insulation options offered by Energy Defenders can help make your home comfortable, energy-efficient, and environmentally safe.

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Blown Fiberglass Insulation

Energy Defender’s most popular option for increasing insulation in your home is Fiberglass Insulation. Our company offers both batt and blown fiberglass solutions.

Fiberglass insulation is a favorite of homeowners because it’s relatively easy to install. Blown Fiberglass insulation is one of the most economical solutions, particularly for attics, crawl spaces, ceilings or walls. It can be used to insulate new construction or to insulate existing structures that need additional insulation. In many cases, it is also applied over existing insulation for increased energy efficiency.

What is blown fiberglass insulation and how is it made?

Blown fiberglass insulation is literally “blown” onto the attic floor, into open cavities or behind walls for uniform coverage using pneumatic equipment, hence the name blown insulation.

Fiberglass is made by blowing molten glass through very small heated holes creating long strands that are then intertwined to form the insulation. Fiberglass Insulation is made from 100% melted sand, which makes it an eco-friendly solution.

How does Blown fiberglass insulation work?

Fiberglass Insulation works by “slowing” the transfer of hot air and radiant heat (i.e., from the attic to the living space below) which increases energy efficiency. According to the US Department of Energy, when installed to the recommended R-Value (i.e., thickness), blown fiberglass insulation can reduce total energy bills by up to 10%.

The ability of insulation to resist heat transfer is measured in R-Value, which stands for “resistance to heat flow”. The R-Value is determined primarily by the thickness of the insulation. The higher the R-Value, the better the resistance to heat flow, thus the greater the insulating value.

Blown fiberglass Insulation is an economical solution for insulating an attic floor because:

• It fills the cavities, creating a seamless blanket in hard-to-reach and irregularly shaped areas. It is also effective around obstructions to fill in gaps
• It can be added to existing insulation to achieve the recommended level of insulation (reducing the amount of new insulation needed).

Installing Blown Fiberglass Insulation

EVERY blown insulation job should include the following:

ü Baffles should be installed around the perimeter to maintain proper attic ventilation under the roof shingles

ü Attic Door and Fan Covers should be installed to prevent air leakage and improve energy efficiency

ü Recessed lights on the attic floor should be covered to help prevent fire

Professional blown fiberglass insulation services from Energy Defenders will ensure that the insulation material is evenly distributed which makes for maximum and efficient energy savings in your home.

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