{"id":26031,"date":"2020-04-30T09:34:54","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T13:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/?p=26031"},"modified":"2022-05-18T11:28:00","modified_gmt":"2022-05-18T15:28:00","slug":"new-attic-insulation-information","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/staging\/2020\/04\/new-attic-insulation-information\/","title":{"rendered":"New Attic Insulation Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you\u2019re planning new construction or a retrofit, knowing the best insulation practices can mean serious energy savings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the US Department of Energy, heating and cooling efforts account for 50 to 70 percent of energy used in the average home. Give your HVAC units a rest by equipping your home with the right insulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"800\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S_I-house-LARGE-opt_0.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26033 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S_I-house-LARGE-opt_0.jpg 799w, https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/S_I-house-LARGE-opt_0-480x481.jpg 480w\" data-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 799px, 100vw\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 799px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 799\/800;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insulation Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Without adequate insulation, your heating and cooling systems have to work overtime. Air gravitates from warmer to cooler areas until no temperature difference remains. During the winter, the warm air in your house escapes to the attic, basement, garage, or simply outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the summer, hot air invades the cool retreat indoors. Insulation is meant to restrict the flow of heat, helping to reduce energy bills and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aladdininsulation.com\">boost in-home comfort<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">R-Values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that insulation is essential, but how much do you actually need? The ability of insulation to limit heat exchange is measured as an R-value\u2014the higher the R-value, the stronger the insulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>R-values work in sums; so if you have one type of insulation sitting on top of another, you can add the R-values together to get your total insulating capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of insulation\u2014its material, thickness, and density\u2014will determine the R-value. Not every house requires the same R-value, however.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of home, the year it was built, the heating and cooling systems used, and the surrounding climate will all factor into determining the appropriate R-value needed for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, what\u2019s best for your home may not be what\u2019s best for your neighbor down the street, let alone your parents who live two states away. Thankfully, the US Department of Energy and ENERGY STAR have resources for calculating the right R-value for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"921\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Screen-Shot-2020-04-30-at-9.30.44-AM-921x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26032 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 921px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 921\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insulation Types and Placement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loose Fill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Often referred to as \u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/www.aladdinjinsulation.com\">blown-in\u201d insulation<\/a>, loose fill works well for attic floors, wall cavities, and hard-to-reach places. Loose fill settles after installation, reducing its overall effectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the designated R-value of any loose fill should measure the insulation\u2019s resistance to heat exchange after settling has occurred. When blowing loose fill into an open wall cavity, adhesives can be added to reduce settling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that insulation will not perform up to its stated R-value if it is compressed. Avoid placing heavier insulation blankets on top of loose fill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fiberglass is the most common type of loose fill used in Atlanta homes today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considered a \u201cgreen\u201d option, fiberglass is made from sand and can be easily recycled and does not contain harmful chemicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Blanket or Batt Insulation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Available as batts or in rolls, these precut fiberglass blankets fit standard widths between wall studs and floor joists.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During new construction, fiberglass batts are placed between wall studs before adding sheetrock on top. They can be individually cut to accommodate irregularities such as the location of electrical switches, outlets, and windows.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If  you are remodeling and the cavities will be exposed, batts can be easily added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Rebates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to check your local utility company for energy rebates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/home-energy-audit\/\">Sawnee Emc Rebates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\/home-energy-audit\/\"> Jackson EMC Rebates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An insulation professional can help determine which way the vapor barrier should face based on your specific climate and heating and cooling setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aladdininsulation.com\">There is no one-size-fits-all approach to insulation, so a quality insulation professional can be a huge asset. He or she can assess your insulation needs based on the unique makeup of your home as well as the climate in which you live.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Aladdin Insulation<\/strong> provides free energy assessment and evaluation to determine what your home needs and family deserves in comfort, safety and energy savings. 678-528-7115 or <a href=\"http:\/\/aladdininsulation.com\">aladdininsulation.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re planning new construction or a retrofit, knowing the best insulation practices can mean serious energy savings.&nbsp; According to the US Department of Energy, heating and cooling efforts account for 50 to 70 percent of energy used in the average home. 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