Spray foam insulation is a great solution for new construction and retrofit applications. It stops air leakage, which is responsible for up to 40% of a home’s energy cost. Spray foam insulation insulation products like fiberglass batts and cellulose do not stop this air flow and have to be sealed with caulking or other materials, which leads to significant energy loss over time.

The problem with older spray foam is that it uses a blowing agent made from a blend of hydrofluorocarbons, which have a very high global warming potential (GWP). This means that every house insulated with old spray foam does the same amount of atmospheric harm as a single car driven by an average driver over the course of a year. Newer spray foam insulation has much lower GWP and is also more sustainable, using recycled or even bio-based ingredients.

How Spray Foam Insulation Can Reduce Your Energy Bills

One of the key benefits of spray foam is its ability to fill nooks and crannies that other materials can’t, including gaps around corners, electrical outlets and light switches. This creates a tighter seal that helps keep moisture and cold air out, which reduces the strain on your HVAC system and allows you to save on utility bills.

As an added benefit, spray foam also adds strength to the walls, ceiling and roof assemblies, helping them resist damage from fire. As you can imagine, this is important in building code compliance.

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