Are you considering re-insulating your home? The attic should be one of the first places you look, as your attic is one of the biggest areas of energy inefficiency! If you live in San Diego, Los Angeles or the Bay Area in California, OJ Insulation has all your attic insulation needs covered and can install a reflective material under the roof.
Contact us today for a free estimate—or keep reading to learn more about reflective insulation!
Reflective insulation, also referred to as radiant barrier insulation and foil insulation, is installed in many homes, primarily in attics. As its name suggests, reflective insulation helps your home reflect, rather than absorb, energy from the sun. Without radiant heat being absorbed, your attic and the rest of your home stay much more comfortable!
Insulating your attic is one of the easiest ways to maximize your home’s energy efficiency and start saving money. In addition to this, reflective insulation installation in your attic can:
Reflective insulation is most effective in hotter climates, particularly if an attic has cooling air ducts. It’s also recommended to install foil insulation if:
Reflective insulation, made of aluminum foil, is one of the most popular types of radiant barrier and its effectiveness depends primarily on installation. If installed improperly, it doesn’t do what it’s intended to do – reflect radiant heat and keep your home more energy efficient! For instance, it’s best to let the material”droop” to leave space between the barrier and the bottom of the roof (creating an air channel, for more effective ventilation). Many homeowners don’t know these kinds of specifics, but professional insulation companies like OJ Insulation do! We can expertly install reflective insulation so it maximizes your energy savings and keeps your home more comfortable, year in and year out.
Have you heard of Low-E reflective insulation? It’s the number one selling type of reflective insulation in the country and can significantly help lower your heating and cooling costs. Low-E reflective insulation also:
If you want to install foil insulation in your home, OJ Insulation has you covered. For over 25 years, we’ve been installing reflective insulation in California homes and helping homeowners save money on their energy bills. Ready to start your insulation project? Contact us today!
