Energy-Efficient Spray Foam Insulation in Winnipeg

HOW SPRAY FOAM INSULATION WORKS

Spray foam insulation is made of two composite materials that, when combined, undergo a chemical reaction, causing them to expand to several times their original volume. Once the reaction is complete, the spray foam will maintain its final form (and insulating properties) for many years to come.

We use heat-activated polymer foam (in liquid form) that is sprayed into framing cavities and other susceptible areas in your home, such as basement walls, exterior walls and attic spaces. Because of its ability to expand and make all the nooks and crannies air-tight, spray foam is essentially perfect as an insulating material. Unlike traditional batting and blown-in insulating materials, spray foam will not settle or sag over time. And, since it creates an air-tight seal, spray foam insulation easily meets all building codes with regards to vapour barrier systems.

Spray foam also has the highest R-Value per inch, i.e. the thermal resistance value of insulation. This means that spray foam has the highest insulating capacity, making it one of the best protection options against heat and cold.

There are two main types of spray foam insulation: open-cell and closed-cell. Open-cell spray foam is less dense than closed-cell and is spongy to the touch. Closed-cell spray foam insulation has many benefits to offer, including:

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• Powerful insulation – because it expands, it can tightly seal all nooks and crannies

• Energy savings – because it is such a powerful insulator, this insulation can save up to 50% or more

• Airtight – it thoroughly seals cracks and holes in attics and crawl spaces

• Moisture barrier – moisture can gain access into your home through cracks, but spray foam insulation is impervious to water, so it will seal your home

• Vapour barrier – 2 inches of spray foam is a vapour barrier; do away with 6 mill poly and acoustic sealant!

• Mould deterrent – composed of an inert polymer, this spray foam insulation will not allow mould to grow

• Long-lasting – spray foam insulation can perform at optimal levels for extended periods of time due to its inert polymer composition

• Better comfort – Spray foam insulation prevents temperature fluctuations wherever installed because of its airtight seal.

• Better indoor air quality – Spray foam insulation reduces the spread of pollutants such as indoor allergens, pollen, mould, dust, and more. Believe it or not, these pollutants enter your property through walls and affect the air quality. Spray foam insulation provides an effective seal to prevent air infiltration.

• Easy installation – Spray foam's popularity can be attributed to its simplicity in application especially for difficult-to-reach area such as a crawl space or basement. Our team of specialists can easily spray and install the insulation in a non-intrusive manner.

Because of its long-lasting effectiveness in insulating every nook and cranny, more people are choosing closed-cell spray foam insulation for their Winnipeg homes. Call us to understand why spray foam insulation is right for your home.