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While having insulation installed may seem like a simple home improvement project, there are many ways that insulation can be improperly installed. Unfortunately, a poor insulation job can cost you money and unnecessary home heat loss. 70% of energy costs in the average U.S. home are due to heating and cooling. Having a knowledgeable installer evaluate and insulate your home can make all the difference in increasing comfort and reducing ongoing bills.
As the season is changing here in Western Massachusetts, many inefficiencies with your home’s heating and cooling systems that might normally go undetected are more obvious. Fixing them is more important than ever. They might be making your home uncomfortable and increasingly expensive to heat. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, reducing drafts in a home can result in energy savings that range from 5% to 30% per year.
During the winter here in Western Massachusetts, most people are extra careful about keeping windows and doors tightly shut, even adding weather stripping and insulating films to save as much heat as possible. What most homeowners may not realize is that up to a third of their annual heating and cooling budget is leaking out of their homes through gaps and cracks.
The groundhog has spoken. We were recently reminded by a rodent that winter is far from over in the Pioneer Valley and the warmer Spring weather is still at least 6 weeks away. Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his burrow and quickly retreated, meaning we’ve got another few weeks of snow storms, frigid temperatures and long underwear.
Have you ever wondered why wearing jeans in the winter keeps you so warm? Denim acts as a great barrier in the colder months, especially here in Pioneer Valley. Denim insulation is one of Energia’s alternative insulation options, and has become a popular choice for homeowners who need their attics and walls insulated. If you’re looking to find healthier and more sustainable alternatives to insulate your home or building, consider denim.