Here at Colonial, the health and well-being of our employees and our clients is top priority to us. As the world is in protection mode, we too are making strides to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. Sanitation practices throughout our locations has been ongoing and our employees suit up in brand new hazmat suits with the best respirators in the business. Any employee with a sign of fever, chills or cold is asked to stay home.
When insulating your home, the installers are now approaching clients suited up, to rest everyone’s minds at ease and continue the insulation work without worry of spreading germs. Prayers go out to everyone affected by this terrible virus and please support small business as much as possible during these difficult times.
Benefits of Wall Insulation
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#1: Cost Savings
Walls make up a lot of the house’s surface area, so it’s not too surprising that a house’s largest heat sink tend to be the walls. As much as 35% of your home’s heat may be escaping through your walls. If you insulate your walls you will see an improvement in your heating, and even cooling bills.
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#2: Healthier Home
With the proper insulation not only can you keep out the cold, but also many insulation types can keep out pests such as mice, insects, as well as being mold resistant. The air quality also tends to improve in your home, so that you can breathe in air that is crisper and drier.
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#3: Sound Barrier
Whether it’s loud crickets in the countryside or cars zooming by in the city, there are many sounds that can invade your home. Insulation in general acts as a sound barrier and there are some types of insulation which can sound proof your home completely.
Types of Insulation
Types of Insulation
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Spray Foam
A insulating foam plastic spray which applies as a liquid and then expands to make an air-tight seal.
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Cellulose
Since Cellulose Insulation is created from a mixture of recycled paper products and binding agents to bring it together, cellulose is considered a “green” product. Cellulose insulation has been used for decades to insulate homes for warmth.
Important Areas of Insulation
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Walls
Walls make up a lot of the house’s surface area, so it’s not too surprising that a house’s largest heat sink tend to be the walls.
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Garage
By insulating your garage you will be protecting your pipes from freezing in winter.
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Crawl Space
Not only is crawl space insulation important to keep you warm, but it is also important to keep your pipes from freezing.
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Basement
With the proper insulation not only can you keep out the cold, but also many insulation types can keep out pests such as mice, insects, as well as being mold resistant.
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