Reitzel Insulation

Unfortunately, there are several common misunderstandings related to blown-in insulation that we want to clear up. In this blog post, we will clear up four of the most common myths about blown-in insulation. In our opinion, Blown-In Insulation is a worthwhile and completely safe and useful investment. Check out our list below to help you make a wise decision about the best way to insulate your home.   1. Blown-in insulation can only be used for walls The misconception is entirely false. Blown-in insulation can be applied to attic ceilings, under floors, and in walls. In reality, it's a solid choice for insulating your attic especially, as it'll seal those hard to reach areas. Blown-in insulation is ideal for keeping your house comfortable year-round. Another benefit is it preventing moisture from making its way inside your home and causing damage.   2. Blown-in insulation is only helpful in cold weather This misconception is untrue. Blown-in insulation works well ...

Unfortunately, some homeowners don’t know the importance of insulating crawl spaces. When doing an onsite estimate, we always point out that the crawl space can be a significant source of drafts, mould, and dampness. We will recommend getting the crawl spaces properly insulated to make the residence even more energy-efficient, comfortable, and safe. Here are five facts that you should know about insulating your crawl space. It is a whole lot easier to insulate the walls than the ceiling of your crawl space. If you were only to insulate the floor above your crawl space that space’s temperature would remain unregulated, and it could be susceptible to dampness. Additionally, the pipes and ducts within your crawl space would require to be individually insulated. Consequently, insulating the walls of your crawl space is much more efficient. The walls tend to be easier to do and requires fewer materials than insulating the entire crawl space ceiling. We recommend getting vapour barriers inst...