Spray foam insulation Hot Springs SD
Before we talk about H34 Construction spray foam insulation in Hot Springs, SD, let’s back up a bit.
Spray foam insulation. You’ve heard of it, but not sure what the buzz is all about. You know it has to do with energy efficiency, but is it really all that people say it is? Will this really affect your heating and air conditioning bill? You just need insulation services, so why not those long scratchy pieces or the type with blower fans and little pieces everywhere? Higher R-value? What’s that all about?
Don’t worry. We at H34 Construction will help you answer these questions.
To start with, we service the southern Black Hills of South Dakota and the surrounding areas. From Hot Springs to Hill City we’re happy to do your job, starting with free estimates. Its as simple as giving us a call with the details. We’ll need info such as square footage, desired thickness, and the time frame you are needing. We can start with a ball park at that point.
However, to get a more accurate estimate, we will then set up a time to come and look at your property. Next, we will email you the actual estimate. Once you determine you’re ready for the job to be done, we’ll get your job on the books and make it happen.
Because we are a small, family owned and operated business, you won’t have to wait long to get your project complete. We aim to do the best job out there and in a very timely fashion.
Now back to some questions you may have.
Let’s start with reduced energy costs.
While we could get into the science of some of these topics, we’re going for layman terms so we can all be on the same page. Essentially, spray foam seals the building from excessive heat transfer. Because of this your furnace and air conditioner won’t need to run as much, reducing your energy bills considerably. Not to mention spray foam will keep your building cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. See, just as you suspected, you are definitely on the right track for considering spray foam insulation.
Why not just go with the traditional fiberglass or blow in insulation?
Neither of these methods stop air transfer from inside to outside. Think of it as a sweater. You still feel the air through the fibers in your sweater. Yes, it keeps you warm, but not completely if there is any wind or moisture. Spray foam, on the other hand, could be considered a waterproof wind breaker. It will keep the air movement and moisture at bay. Combined with the high R-value, with spray foam you have the sweater and wind breaker all-in-one.
Another problem with fiberglass and blow in insulation is that it settles.
The space you initially think you are insulating will become vastly different than reality over time. The insulation will settle, settle a little more, and then keep settling. What you thought was insulated no longer is. You’ll start to notice the exact opposite of what spray foam gives you. You’ll start to see higher energy costs. Contrarily, once the spray foam is applied, it is there to stay. The spray foam is manufactured right there on site in real time. This makes it a solid barrier that will not shift for the life of the building.
The last problem we’ll discuss about blow in or fiberglass insulation is the potential for mold.
Because these methods absorb moisture, there is a higher risk of mold. Spray foam, being non-permeable, prevents it from absorbing any moisture. This makes the risk of mold significantly smaller.
What’s with R-value?
R-value is simply a measurement of heat transfer in a controlled environment. Spray foam has a higher per inch R-value. What this means for you is that spray foam out performs other insulation methods by sealing the building envelope. Spray foam expands and fills in all the cracks and gaps giving you a complete seal. (Not the point of this article, but because of this it will also help with bug and pest control.)
We here at H34 Construction Spray Foam Insulation, Hot Springs SD, are here to encourage you to make this investment and professionally install your spray foam insulation.
In closing, spray foam insulation will significantly reduce heat transfer and air infiltration. This will reduce your energy bills and give you a higher R-value. You’ve learned the benefits of spray foam insulation as compared to traditional methods of insulations as well. As you can see, the choice is clear. Making the investment in spray foam insulation will cause you far fewer problems as the years go by. You’ll notice cost savings and general temperature comfort immediately. Its the wise choice. Give us a call to start the process.
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