Tag Archives: Insulation

Yurt building incorporates radiant barrier technology in its building design.  By utilizing foil insulation, specifically bubble pack insulation, a radiant barrier is created keeping heat in or out depending on your climate.  Whatever exterior layer used is also insulation acting primarily as a thermal break by blocking air movement.  This is the basic insulation system [...]

We do a lot of selling on price, always stating we offer the lowest price.  Our industry is competitive and we must always offer the best value.  Quality on the other hand, transcends price.  Most often it is better to pay a little more and receive the best product you can.  Where does one draw [...]

Affordable Concrete Slab Bubble Foil Insulation from InsulationStop.com
This 16,000 square foot building was completed in three pours. The installation of the insulation took approximately three hours with three people. Located in rural southern Illinois, this new metal building equipped with geothermal heat and insulated slab will provide years of affordable service.
For use in under slab [...]

Even experts can make final decisions and specifications only after they have carefully studied a project, including the occupants and their habits; the contents and function of the structure; the objectives sought; the combustion devices and other vapor-formers inside the building; proper ventilation; temperatures and humidities desired; type and details of building structure and equipment [...]

Take this poll and see what improvements other consumers feel would lower their energy costs.

Air sealing is an important step in the insulation process. Read this short post to find out more information on air sealing that can improve your heating and cooling efficiency and lower your utility bills.

R-Values are a measure of the thickness or effectiveness of fiberglass and equivalent insulation. The Department of Energy provides a simple program that allows you to enter your Zip Code, heat source, and building condition to determine R-Value recommendations for various areas of your home including attics, basements, wall, and ceilings.

For those of you on the grid, take this quick poll to see if you know how your gas and energy usage is measured. A hint is to check your utility bills. This is also where you will see the improvements of an insulation or weatherization projects you have done.

Gas and Electric Usage [...]

Take a look at our new community. As an insulation supplier and your comprehensive source for information we recognize the need for an area to collaborate and exchange all ideas pertaining to better insulation practices and saving energy. With that said, we welcome you to our new online radiant barrier insulation community, just another resource [...]

Unfortunately some people misrepresent information for various marketing reasons. Here's the quick skinny on using radiant barrier foil and fiberglass insulation.