When someone mentions the word “insulation”, things like warm woolen mittens and heavy winter coats come to our mind – that, and of course a working system at home to keep the cold out.
That is not surprising because most people associate “insulation” with the idea of keeping warm during the cold seasons. But do you know that insulation actually works both ways? Meaning, it also keeps you cool during hot days as well. The one you have at home should be effective year-round or you might end up with extremely high bills either for heating or air conditioning.
Here are some benefits of home insulation that you should look for to know yours is working properly:
BENEFITS DURING WINTER
Needless to say, as you probably know this well, proper insulation is crucial during winter. It keeps the heat from escaping from your home to the outside. In extension, it lessens the pressure on your heating system as well as help you escape heating bills that are usually sky-high during this season. If your insulation system is not working properly or has gaps, the heat that is coming from your boiler, furnace or heat pump will keep escaping. Your heater will then have to work non-stop to replace lost thermal energy.
BENEFITS DURING SUMMER
If proper insulation can keep heat from escaping a room, it can also stop heat from entering one. This time, it is your air conditioner that will be thanking you because it will not have to strain all day to fight excess heat that could be leaking in if you have poor insulation coverage. Yet again, the attic is a weak spot because of the energy coming from the sun that hits the roof directly. This could elevate the temperature in the attic to scorching levels. In turn, this heat could leak down to other parts of your home. It is important to have a layer of insulation in your attic to trap heat.
Without proper training, it could be very difficult to check your insulation system. Professionals on the other hand can do it easily. Have a reliable contractor survey your home and see if there is need for additional or improved insulation. Our team of insulation technicians will be able to tell what type of insulation will work best for you to ensure that your family stays comfortable and your home energy-efficient, whether it’s a blazing summer or a chilly winter.
