Insulation For The Home

Besides interior décor and durability, proper insulation for the home is an important facet. Johns Manville insulation provides comfort from extreme heat and cold while maintaining the unassailability of a house’s material as well. This is one of the first things to be considered before house construction.

Insulation should be provided for the home for several reasons. Keeping the temperature of your house regulated year round decreases you energy bill. This keeps heating costs down and air conditioning bills low. Insulation should be installed from the roof to the basement.

Sound proofing technology is also a component of insulation. It reduces the effects of noise pollution and allows conversations between individuals to remain private. Installing insulation within partitions separating rooms make them sound proof as well.

Formaldehyde free insulation keeps your home environment healthy. Johns Manville formaldehyde free fiber glass insulation is manufactured to comply with the California Air Resources Board. This product gives off little or no formaldehyde. Fiber glass insulation retards the growth of harmful fungus in unconditioned spaces.

Make sure to use the correct type of insulation to suit the area you are securing. All barriers between conditioned and unconditioned areas (example, attics, ceilings, crawl spaces, etc.) should be filled with insulation. Blanket batts (fiber glass) is best for joists and beams. Mineral wool foam board, loose fill and concrete blocks are effective as well. Caulk and sealant is best used to stop heat leakage.

Insulation material consists of harsh and strong substances which can irritate the skin. It is imperative to wear protective clothing, gloves and masks to protect the skin from breakouts and the lungs from becoming affected by fiber glass. Wearing a helmet is suggested as a precaution against injuries to the head.

Remember to handle insulation with care and remove all traces of it from the skin and clothing. Wash all exposed areas of the body with soap and water. Wash protective clothing separate from other laundry. Keep all sharp insulation materials covered while you are carrying them and be sure to lift heavy insulation equipment with your legs and not with your back to prevent injuries.

Having the proper tools for the job will make the operation run smoothly. Have a list on hand –like the one below - of materials you will need to get started:

• Tape measure
• Straightedge
• Utility knife
• Stapling tool
• Putty knife or screw driver
• Caulking gun and caulk