Foam Insulation Spray

Top Ten Reason to Use Spray Foam Insulation October 10, 2010

1)    Spray foam insulation creates a perfect seal with no gaps.  It is applied as a liquid that hardens as it dries.  Spray foam can be used anywhere including crevasses, and around building supports such as joists, joints and beams.

2)    Spray foam insulation is not affected by external elements such as heat, cold or moisture.  Once dry, it will not expand & contract with temperature changes and is impervious to water.

3)    Spray foam is waterproof so it eliminates condensation, moisture & mold in areas where it is used.  Since the moisture cannot penetrate the insulation, mold cannot grow.

4)    Spray foam insulation is an environmentally friendly material.  Most are manufactured from agriculturally based materials (like soy) and don’t emit any toxic vapors.

5)    Spray foam insulation has been shown to add strength.  The rigid nature of the product has been shown to add up to 300% shear and racking strength when added to a structure.

6)    Spray foam insulation improves indoor air quality.  By creating an air-tight seal external pollutants and particles are eliminated.  Spray foam also does not contain any fibers, loose particles or toxic vapors that can become airborne.

7)    Spray foam will decrease your utility bills.  The airtight seal created allows the heating and air-conditioning unit to work more efficiently keeping utility bills down.

8)    Spray foam insulation materials are naturally fire resistant.  The product also doesn’t allow additional air to penetrate the structure which would feed a fire. 

9)    Spray foam insulation will help keep noise down.  The air-tight seal helps reduce external noise and the insulation factor will reduce the noise of internal mechanical systems.

10)  Spray foam insulation will increase the value of your home.  Homes with spray foam insulation have more resale value because they are more energy efficient, fire resistant and environmentally friendly.