When it comes to attic insulation, there are many options to choose from. One of the most popular is spray foam. This premium product is pivotal in regulating conductive heat flow, air quality, and energy efficiency. It’s a good idea to get familiar with all of your insulation choices before choosing what type is right for you.

Choosing the Right Insulation

Whether you’re building a new home or just want to improve your existing one, spray foam is an ideal solution. This product serves as both insulation and an air sealant, which helps to reduce monthly energy bills by closing gaps that let air escape. This is a huge problem for homes because air movement infiltrates the building envelope and increases heating and cooling costs.

In comparison to fiberglass and cellulose, spray foam has a higher R-value per inch and provides superior air sealing. This allows it to lower homeowners’ utility costs by up to 50% year-round.

While fiberglass and cellulose may work well in some applications, they can’t provide the level of performance required by modern buildings. Meritage takes a holistic approach to insulation, applying spray foam throughout the entire building structure. This allows us to create a complete thermal envelope, which keeps your living spaces warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Another benefit of spray foam is that it’s not just a good insulator, it also meets the requirements of the national building code for air leakage. The code sets a prescriptive R-Value for your project, but we can also meet it through performance testing. This is a more involved process but can save you money in the long run.

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