Many homeowners think of insulation simply as "the pink stuff" hidden behind their walls and in their attics. But insulation plays a vital role in a house's energy efficiency. Are you aware of how insulation affects the comfort of your home? You might be surprised to learn that replacing your insulation can drastically lower your monthly energy bills, particularly if it hasn't been inspected or replaced for a while? How Insulation Works Insulation reduces heat transfer between the materials that make up your home's construction envelope. In addition to blown cellulose …
As MGT Insulation, we offer a variety of insulation services, using high-quality products in all the most critical spaces. But why do we need insulation, anyway? In this article, we will examine the seven top reasons to ensure your home has the insulation it needs, and how MGT Insulation can help. Visit our site to find out what we have to offer. Keep your home comfortable It is best to insulate your home to ensure that your heating and cooling systems are as effective and efficient as possible. The heat can move much more freely between the inside and outside of a house without …
Do you believe that your house has enough insulation? There is a 90% chance your house doesn't have enough insulation unless you have added insulation to a renovated or a newly bought home, or extra insulation was added when your home was being built. As per the data released by North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, 9/10 homes in the US do not have enough insulation. The importance of insulation in homes should be clear from the fact that heating and cooling costs account for 42% of the utility bill in a typical home as per the data provided by the US Department of …
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 …
When it comes to insulating your home, there are two commonly used materials to do the job, fiberglass and cellulose. Both materials improve the energy efficiency of your home but do so in different ways. R-Value R-values refer to how well an insulation performs at blocking thermal transfer. The higher the R-value, the better the insulation performs. Fiberglass and cellulose have similar R-values, with ranges depending on how and where they are installed. Because fiberglass comes in batts or blown-in insulation and both materials can be loosely or densely installed, this can change …