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When it comes to home insulation, there are many things to consider, such as the amount of insulation to use, where to insulate, etc. Home insulation is fairly complex and doesn't usually fall in the realm of the average homeowner and DIYer – and this is where professional insulation companies can help!
Have you heard of rolls and batts insulation? Most likely – many times, roll insulation and batt insulation are used together to insulate an area of your home (though they don’t have to be used together). If you want to install batt insulation in your Southern California home, contact OJ Insulation today!
Batt Insulation
Batt insulation, typically made of fiberglass, is available in pre-cut panels. It can be used to insulate any area of your home – walls, ceilings, crawl spaces, etc – and is actually one of the most commonly used forms of insulation.
Efficient at stopping air infiltration and heat transfer, batt insulation fits snugly between joists, rafters and studs without leaving any gaps. This means improved energy efficiency and a home that is more comfortable year round – cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter!
If you live in a humid climate, faced batt insulation is ideal, particularly if you're insulating the exterior walls of your home. It comes with a vapor barrier and can reduce moisture problems and mold growth.
Installing Batt Insulation
Though easier to install than other types of insulation, batt insulation still requires professional insulators. If batt insulation is installed improperly (and many homeowners don't know exactly what they're doing!), your home could actually lose more energy and cost you more money!
Sometimes the pre-cut panels don’t fit the area you need to insulate, but with the assistance of professional insulators, this is no problem! We can cut down the size of the insulation so it fits the area, and we’ll make sure there are no gaps in the insulation. Sometimes additional sealing is required, especially in older homes, which tend to have more cracks or gaps in the structure. Homeowners often don’t think of these things on their own, but a professional insulation company has you covered.
Benefits of Batt Insulation
Batt insulation has a number of advantages, especially when installed in exterior walls. When installed properly, batt insulation can reduce the energy used by your heating and cooling systems by up to 50%! There are other benefits of installing batt insulation as well, including:
- Lower energy bills
- More comfortable home year round
- Reduced noise coming in from outside
- Less water infiltration and fewer moisture problems
- Less mold and mildew growth
Batt Insulation Installation in Southern CA
For any batt insulation needs you have for your Southern California home, OJ Insulation can help. Contact our batt insulators today if you’re ready for your free home insulation assessment – we want to help you make the best decisions you can about your home's energy efficiency!
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