Is blown-in insulation a smart move for my home?
According to the EPA, up to 20% of a home’s energy losses are due to poorly insulated areas. As you might imagine, this can cause already increasing energy costs to skyrocket year-round.
This has led many homeowners to consider blown-in insulation as a means to shore up any poorly insulated areas such as outer walls, attics, crawl spaces, basements, and more.
But is it a smart move for your home? Let's take a look at some of the benefits that blown-in insulation has to offer.
- Energy Savings – this one is pretty obvious, but can’t be understated. Blown-in insulation can lock in cooler indoor temperatures during scorching summer months, and insulation your home from cold night air during winter. Acting as a barrier, blown-in insulation can significantly reduce energy costs while improving the comfort of your home.
- Fire Protection – According to the National Fire Protection Association there are more than 346,000 home fires a year, resulting in more than 2,600 deaths, 11,000 plus injuries, and $7.3 billion in damages. Blown-in insulation offers superior fire protection, being highly resistant to flames and perhaps giving you enough time to get you and your family to safety, and the firemen time to save your home.
- Quick and Easy Installation – Unlike traditional insulation, blown-in insulation can be easily installed without needing to open up walls, making it fast, effective, efficient, and affordable.
