What is Spray Foam Insulation and What Are The Benefits Of It?
Spray foam is a spray-applied to insulate structures while also sealing gaps and cracks. Unlike traditional insulation methods, spray foam insulation can be applied to almost any surface. Spray foam insulation offers many benefits for your existing or new structure, like saving on your energy bills by keeping your homes temperature regulated and improving air quality.
R-Value: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
R-Value: What Is It and Why Is It Important? If you’re looking into insulation, you’ll see the term R-value pop up quite a bit. So what is it and why is it important? R-value measures a material’s resistance to heat. It’s especially important in insulation because insulation is meant to trap hot air in order […]
What Is the Best Insulation?
Insulating your home is incredibly important in protecting your home and making it as energy efficient as possible. When looking at what options you have for insulation, it’s important to consider your home’s specific needs. Here, we’ve broken down the different types of insulation to choose from so you can make an informed decision on […]
7 Reasons Why You Should Install Insulation
7 Reasons Why You Should Install Insulation Maybe you’ve just purchased a new home or commercial space, and you’re trying to figure out how to best limit your current costs. So you may be thinking about installing insulation, but you’re unsure if the benefits outweigh the costs. Either way, we’re here to help. We’ve broken down the […]
How to Remove Smoke Smell After California Fires
If you live in an area that’s close to fires in California, there’s a likelihood that your home has some level of smoke damage. Ash enters into attics through vents or gable fans. When the ash lands on insulation, it permeates the material, making it stink like smoke. The ash and smoke in your attic […]
Tips for Air Leak Sealing Your Home
Air leaks are a main culprit of wasted energy for many homes. Air leaks are holes or cracks in your home that allow for conditioned air to escape, and for extreme outdoor temperatures to enter your home. Attics are a common area for air leaks to occur, causing your insulation to be less effective, and […]
When Should I Replace My AC Unit?
AC replacement should be done every ten years, give or take. The lifespan of an air conditioning unit actually depends on the climate you live in, how often you run your AC, and a few other factors that affect how hard the unit has to work to control indoor temperature. The more often your air […]
Why Are My Energy Bills So High?
It’s estimated that 40% of an energy bill is attributed to the energy used for heating and cooling. High energy bills are often times a result of structural issues that cause a loss of conditioned air. The more conditioned air your home is leaking, the harder your HVAC unit works to keep you comfortable. An […]
What is R-Value?
R-Value is a term used for categorizing insulation materials based on their thermal resistance. An R value signifies the material’s resistance to heat flow. The higher the resistance, or R-value, the better the material is at containing the transfer of heat. An R-value depends on the type, thickness, and density of the insulation. You can’t […]
The Inspection Process for New Attic Insulation
Insulation Labs offers free inspections for all of our services. Whether it’s for brand new insulation installation, old insulation removal, professional attic cleaning, rodent proofing, or a combination of any of our other services, inspection is 100% free with no hidden fees. During the attic inspection, our trained technicians will go up into your attic […]
A Short Commentary on A Few Effective Ways on Keeping Your Attic Clean
You might have lost count as to how many times you planned to clean up the mess in your attic and never acted on it. Sometimes you gave up on the idea, while most of the times you procrastinated because of no reason. As a result, the attic turned into a disaster and you dreaded […]
How to Effectively Dry Out A Wet Attic
You shouldn’t allow moisture to build up in your attic; you’re inviting a whole host of future problems for yourself. If your attic is damp, you may notice clusters of black spots of mold appearing. If this toxic black mold continues to spread, it can easily contribute to respiratory infections, allergies, and other problems. This […]
Top Three Reasons You Should Hire Attic Cleaning Services in Los Angeles
Many of us don’t have a habit of cleaning our attic on a normal basis. Sometimes we don’t look inside it for months. Not to mention the vast majority of people who don’t bother to clean it even on special occasions . This is the reason our attic is filled with a lot of junk […]
Comparison Between Cellulose Insulation And Fiberglass Insulation
Need to pick between the two and don’t know what’s best for your home? Read our comprehensive guide to get your answer. “So what is better, fiberglass or cellulose?” We hear this question a lot! To give you an answer, once and for all, we gathered everything you need to know in one place. […]
Retrofitting Your Attic Insulation
Attic retrofitting (using eco-friendly insulation) is a great way to make your attic insulation more environmentally friendly and energy-saving. When installing insulation in an attic, the goal is to allow less heat to escape from the home, meaning that the home uses less heat energy as a result. Here we break down some of the […]
The Advantages Of A Well-Insulated Attic
It’s no secret that attic insulation can save homeowners a ton of money in heating bills over the years, but what advantages does attic insulation have other than simple energy savings? Attic Insulation Labs is taking a quick look! Energy savings Energy savings is perhaps the most obvious advantage of attic insulation. Put simply, high-quality […]
Blown-in vs. Batt Insulation
You must consider many things before choosing insulation for your home. One of the most important decisions you have to make regards the type of insulation you choose to go with. There are different materials and types of insulation available – such as batt insulation, blown-in insulation, and rolls – so you must consider their […]
What Are Attic Baffles?
What are they & why are they important? In brief, baffles are designed to provide a channel of air to flow through specific parts of your attic. They are known are also known as wind baffle, insulation baffles, rafter vents or venting chutes. They are usually made from cardboard, or rigid foam board, or polyvinyl […]
Attic Insulation Guide
A Few Essential Tips On How to Insulate Your Attic Correctly We are always looking for ways to save money on our bills in general, yet the best-kept secret is literally above your head. Some people may be wary of the cost of insulating your attic, or having any repairs or replacement to your insulation, […]
How To Get Rid of Dead Mouse Odors
The thought of having mice in your home, let alone having a rotting mouse carcass in your attic is enough to turn even the strongest of stomachs. Do not worry you are not alone in this struggle. Pests and vermin are a common occurrence, especially if they can find an entrance point to your home. […]
