In order to be comfortable throughout the year if you live in Minnesota, your home must be adequately insulated. People commonly associate insulation with the cotton candy-like material found throughout the house. Numerous individuals are unaware of the importance of insulation to their homes. Mild Climate The season in which you decide to install new insulation in your Minnesota home will have a significant impact on the cost of installation and the comfort of your home. Due to the mild weather prevalent throughout Minnesota during the fall season, this is typically the optimal …
It makes sense to insulate a garage if you are going to be heating the space. The same kinds of insulation materials can be used in the garage that is used for the rest of your home. However, there are some materials that are better than others, depending on whether or not your garage is finished. You should also consider insulating your garage door, and it has different installation requirements compared to what is needed on ceilings or walls. Fiberglass Insulation In garages, the most commonly used kind of insulation is fiberglass (it is also the most popular kind that is …
The attic is one of the essential parts of your roof and the house in general. When kept in the best condition possible and properly-insulated, the attic will help repel anything from rodent infestations, strange smells, and even leaks into the house. In addition to this, sealing the attic helps create an envelope of warm air inside the house which translates to a more energy-efficient home in the long run. Proper attic insulation is essential for it helps seal cracks and crevices that moisture, animals, and heat might enter your attic. Here are some of the reasons and advantages of …
At MGT Insulation, we have insulation services for any application in your home or business. We start with a state-of-the-art infrared testing and blower door to identify any insulation problems that you may have. We then work with you to create a solution that works for you Some of the insulation applications available are: Attic Insulation, Sidewalls, Rim Joists, Crawl Spaces, Tuck Under Garages. The Insulation Products that we use are: Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation, Cellulose Insulation, Fiberglass Insulation, Foam Board Insulation. See our website for more …
You’re probably aware that most attics and roofs are vented. Maybe you’ve seen a fan in the side of your attic under the eaves, or maybe you’re aware of the ridge cap at the peak of your roof. What you may not know, however, is that most homes don’t have enough attic ventilation, and that this lack of adequate ventilation can be raising your energy bills and doing damage to your home. Proper attic ventilation is an important part of overall roof maintenance. Attic ventilation is important to keep the air flowing through your attic, rather than simply letting it sit. Ventilation …
Foam board insulation is a great alternative to the very common fiberglass batt insulation that is in most of our homes. It has a higher R-Value per inch of thickness, it’s resistant to moisture and is easy to work with. Because of its resistance to moisture, foam board insulation is a great choice whenever and wherever there is a chance it could get wet, such as: an exterior foundation, inside a basement against the foundation, and on the outside of a house beneath a house wrap. Foam board insulation is more expensive than traditional batt insulation, so use it only when moisture …
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