Spray Foam Insulation Improvements For Home Renovations And Energy Savings

by Grace Motley

There are a lot of things that you may be planning on doing during a home renovation project. These can also include home improvements for energy savings. There are insulation improvements that can do a lot to reduce energy loss. The following spray foam insulation projects are some of the things you may want to do during your home renovations:

Stopping Minor Air Leaks with Spray Foam

Air leaks are some of the first issues that you may want to use spray foam to address. These issues are a major cause of energy loss, which can easily be solved with spray foam insulation. The insulation can be used to seal around mechanical vents and other areas where there are small cracks that cause air leaks.

Spray Foam to Improve Attic Insulation

The spray foam can also be used in your attic. There are several things that you may want to consider for the insulation in your attic. Some of the things to consider for spray foam insulation in your attic include:

  • Insulating the rafters for ice dam protection
  • Leave proper ventilation to prevent damage (proper ventilation allows moisture to escape)
  • Remove batten or spray in materials for the installation spray foam

The attic is an area where there are problems with air leaks and thermal heat loss. Therefore, you will want to address both of these issues with spray foam. Also, it may seem counterproductive to allow for ventilation, but this prevents problems with moisture that can lead to dry rot in the attic.

Improving Window Openings with Spray Foam

The window and door openings in your home can also be improved with spray foam. There is a difference in the type of foam that needs to be used around windows. Some things to consider when using spray foam around windows include:

  • Make sure window frames are well-shimmed
  • Close and lock windows while insulation is being installed
  • Make sure properly formulated spray foam is used

The problem with spray foam around window openings is that it can cause damage. Therefore, you want to hire a professional spray foam service to ensure the right formula is used to insulate between window frames.

Insulating Foundations and Exterior Walls with Spray Foam

The foundation of your home can also be improved with different foam solutions. These solutions can help to prevent energy loss, as well as protect your home from pests. Some of the different improvements that can be done for the insulation of your foundation and exterior walls include:

  • Sealing foundation seal plates (the wood framing that touches the foundation)
  • Seals the crawl space or basement from living space
  • Provides a pest barrier to keep insects and other pests out

The exterior insulation can provide a thermal barrier, as well as a pest barrier to protect your home from infestations.

The installation of spray foam insulation can be a great way to improve your home's energy efficiency. Contact an insulation service and ask them about these spray foam solutions for your home renovations. 

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