The transfer of heat from a room, through walls, or even out of
the attic is natural and unfortunately, very costly. It is estimated
that 35% of heat is lost via improperly insulated walls, and up to 25%
of a house's heat is lost through the attic and roof. This means that up
to 60% of your energy bill could be money wasted because of heat lost
to the elements. The very best way to reduce total heat loss and save
money in the long term is to install proper insulation, including attic
roof and wall penetration caulking.
Penetration caulking for the attic roof and wall works by finding open and un-insulated gaps and sealing them with expandable thermal caulking. Finding the leaks is often easier said than done. In some cases leaks can go undetected for years without a proper inspection from insulation professionals. Even small leaks can translate to huge losses of thermal energy and likewise large expenses on energy bills.
One tip for finding leaks is to examine insulation for any dark spots. If the insulation is in an attic, localized stains could indicate heavy contact with the outside air and the spots are where dirt has filtered through a crack or leak. Another method of finding areas in need of repair can be utilized in cool weather-you can look for frost buildup in the insulation. Frost appears when the warm moist air from inside a house condenses very quickly when it meets the cooler outside air. In most cases, this dirty or frosty insulation is still good and does not need to be replaced. The leak however should be fixed as soon as possible. Large holes or leaks should be repaired with the proper equipment, but smaller cracks can easily be sealed with attic roof and wall caulking.
If you suspect that the insulation in a hard-to-reach area or a tight spot in the attic has been compromised, attic roof and wall penetration caulking may be your best option for repairing insulation without completely destroying walls. Caulking foam can be inserted into a wall via small holes drilled in the sheet rock. The caulking foam is then sprayed in and expands into every nook and cranny, effectively sealing off any un-insulated areas. This makes a poorly insulated wall into a veritable thermal barrier. This method of insulating shouldn't be used for every space, but is excellent for hard-to-reach areas.
You should not hesitate to have your insulation inspected to see if you can decrease your energy bills by properly sealing your attic, roof, and walls.
Penetration caulking for the attic roof and wall works by finding open and un-insulated gaps and sealing them with expandable thermal caulking. Finding the leaks is often easier said than done. In some cases leaks can go undetected for years without a proper inspection from insulation professionals. Even small leaks can translate to huge losses of thermal energy and likewise large expenses on energy bills.
One tip for finding leaks is to examine insulation for any dark spots. If the insulation is in an attic, localized stains could indicate heavy contact with the outside air and the spots are where dirt has filtered through a crack or leak. Another method of finding areas in need of repair can be utilized in cool weather-you can look for frost buildup in the insulation. Frost appears when the warm moist air from inside a house condenses very quickly when it meets the cooler outside air. In most cases, this dirty or frosty insulation is still good and does not need to be replaced. The leak however should be fixed as soon as possible. Large holes or leaks should be repaired with the proper equipment, but smaller cracks can easily be sealed with attic roof and wall caulking.
If you suspect that the insulation in a hard-to-reach area or a tight spot in the attic has been compromised, attic roof and wall penetration caulking may be your best option for repairing insulation without completely destroying walls. Caulking foam can be inserted into a wall via small holes drilled in the sheet rock. The caulking foam is then sprayed in and expands into every nook and cranny, effectively sealing off any un-insulated areas. This makes a poorly insulated wall into a veritable thermal barrier. This method of insulating shouldn't be used for every space, but is excellent for hard-to-reach areas.
You should not hesitate to have your insulation inspected to see if you can decrease your energy bills by properly sealing your attic, roof, and walls.
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