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Crawl spaces are the areas beneath your home, between the ground and the first floor. Proper insulation of these spaces is crucial for your home's overall energy efficiency and comfort. When professionally installed, crawl space insulation enhances the comfort of every floor in your home and offers protection against potential issues like mould and water damage by controlling it.
Benefits of Professionally Installed Crawl Space Insulation:
- Energy Efficiency: A well-insulated crawl space means a home that uses energy more efficiently.
- Improved Air Quality: With controlled moisture and reduced mould growth, the air quality inside your home improves.
- Comfort on Every Floor: Insulated crawl spaces ensure that each floor of your home remains comfortable.
- Odour Control: Proper insulation can help control and reduce unwanted odours in crawl spaces. Moisture Management: Controlled moisture levels in the crawl space can prevent mould growth.
- Warmer Floors in Winter: Insulation ensures that the cold doesn’t seep, making your floors warmer during the colder months.
The Connection Between Home Comfort and Crawl Space Insulation:
Insulation, air sealing, and energy efficiency are all interconnected and play a significant role in determining the comfort level of your home. Upgrading your insulation and ensuring proper air sealing can make a noticeable difference. Insulating crawl spaces effectively reduces energy losses, prevents drafts, and eliminates cold spots in your home.
Why Consider a Home Energy Efficiency Audit?t
If you're unsure about where to start, consider getting a home energy efficiency audit. A certified energy advisor can thoroughly analyze your home's energy performance. This service will offer you a detailed report highlighting areas needing attention and suggesting upgrades tailored to your home's needs. Insulating and sealing your crawl space effectively strengthens your home's overall structure.
Spray Foam: A Preferred Insulation Method in Ontario:
In Ontario, spray foam insulation is a popular choice for insulating crawl spaces. This method offers dual benefits: it simultaneously ensures air sealing and controls moisture. Made from polyurethane foam, spray foam insulation creates a tight seal, addressing even the most minor air leaks or cracks. Additionally, spray foam helps prevent mould growth in crawl spaces by effectively controlling moisture. If your crawl space has a dirt floor, monitoring and managing moisture levels is essential, especially with changing seasons.
How Can We Assist You?
Reitzel Insulation offers a free in-home assessment if you're considering adding crawl space insulation to your home. This assessment can guide you on the best steps to take next. Moreover, a home energy audit can pave the way for cost-effective home upgrades by pinpointing which enhancements will offer the most significant improvements in comfort and energy efficiency. It's worth noting that the Canada Greener Home Grant can provide financial assistance, covering up to $5,600 of your upgrade costs.
To get in touch with Reitzel and book an assessment of your own, please contact us by telephone or online.
Call us today at 1-800-265-8869.
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