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<\/h1>\n<\/h1>\nThe benefits of home insulation range anywhere from reducing energy consumption to keeping your home warm and cozy in the winter. In the state of Florida, freezing temperatures aren’t a main concern. However, insulating your home properly is one of the best ways to improve its longevity and reduce your energy bills. While many homeowners only think of insulation in the colder months, it actually does much more than keep you warm. Here are eight reasons why you should consider adding insulation to your home.<\/p>\n
Insulating your home will keep you comfortable all year round. A well-insulated house makes it more energy efficient and reduces the risk of air leakage from windows<\/a>, doors, or cracks and around electrical outlets, especially if you have wall insulation installed. Proper home insulation keeps hot and cool air consistent throughout your home. Therefore, you don’t have some hot and some cold rooms during the winter months.<\/p>\n Insulation is one of the best ways to save money on your heating and cooling bills and increase your home’s energy efficiency. The more insulation you have, the less heat escapes through poorly insulated areas in your home, resulting in less energy consumption. Windows that are exposed to harsh weather conditions like Florida’s heavy winds can be extremely vulnerable. Properly insulated windows means lower energy costs for heating and cooling as a whole. This can greatly reduce each month’s energy bill.<\/p>\n Insulating with spray foam offers even greater benefits than conventional insulations because of its R-value<\/a> per inch thickness ratio. In other words, spray foam provides superior thermal performance compared to standard loose fill cellulose insulation.<\/p>\n Noise pollution is a common problem many homeowners face, and it’s not something you can completely prevent. But, adding insulation to areas like the attic or exterior walls will reduce the sounds from outside by up to 50%.<\/p>\n Reducing noise pollution helps increase property value, making your home investment more valuable. If you’re thinking about selling soon, consider that buyers are willing to pay more for homes with proper home insulation<\/a> than those that aren\u2019t properly insulated. Not only does new insulation help improve marketability, but it also increases resale value<\/a> too.<\/p>\n Condensation on window frames can lead to the buildup of mold spores. This is especially true during winter months when windows are consistently exposed to cold air temperatures outside and warm air from indoors. Central heating creates warm air, which mixes with cool, moist air in poorly insulated spaces like attics, a crawl space<\/a>, or exterior walls, creating perfect conditions for mold growth.<\/p>\n Insulation prevents this process from occurring because it keeps each room at a constant temperature throughout the year without any fluctuations between winter and summer seasons, even when temperatures fluctuate considerably.<\/p>\n Not only does insulation help improve the structural integrity of your house, but it also helps prevent costly water damage that can lead to more expensive repairs down the road. By preventing these two problems (mold & moisture), you’ll save money in the long run.<\/p>\n If you’re thinking about installing insulation in your home<\/a>, here’s some good news. Did you know that government incentive programs are available for those who take measures to increase energy efficiency in their homes? You can receive a tax credit for installing energy-efficient insulation in your home. This tax credit equals ten percent of the total cost and can be subtracted from your current year’s taxes as a deduction. Reduce your taxable income and increase the green in your wallet.<\/p>\n Certain types of insulation<\/a> made out of fibers or silica gels are better for both your wallet and mother nature because they don’t contain any harmful chemicals or added ingredients as other traditional insulations do.<\/p>\n By choosing insulation that doesn’t contain harmful chemicals, it helps prevent algae growth within reservoirs. It also reduces greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere, which benefits both you and mother nature.<\/p>\n While insulation is excellent for keeping your home at a comfortable temperature all year, it’s also essential to consider its role in protecting against other environmental hazards. Homes built before the 1980s have little to no insulation, which makes them more vulnerable to climate changes over time.<\/p>\n Wind damage can cause large amounts of destruction on homes during the spring and fall, especially when windows are left open. This makes your home particularly vulnerable to strong winds. Even if you keep windows shut, wind gusts around 30 mph can compromise the structural integrity, which could cause the glass to shatter and the window to burst open. Insulation around these sections of your home will increase its integrity.<\/p>\n The same goes for hail storms, which are particularly dangerous because they can destroy your roof if it isn’t adequately protected by insulation. Besides creating damage, it also compromises a home’s durability because of how heavy the hail pellets are. They can cause cracks around windows or skylights and compromise gutters.<\/p>\n Insulation has several benefits beyond keeping your house at a comfortable temperature, but some can help protect your home against fires and act as an insect repellent.<\/p>\n Insects like wood-eating ants and termites can cause significant damage if left untreated for an extended period. Proper insulation protects against this by preventing them from getting inside in the first place. Paying for good insulation upfront could mean huge savings when compared to the cost of repairing termite or other insect damage.<\/p>\n Some insulation materials are built for withstanding fires. It is imperative to consider this when using older insulation that may be more flammable. Wall insulation and attic insulation<\/a> protect the entire home from potential damage. They would also help prevent a fire from spreading into other rooms by containing it within one location.<\/p>\n Invest in insulating your house properly, and your family can reap a wide range of benefits. Professional installation can be beneficial and worth the time and money because you’ll know the installer did the job correctly. We hope that our list has given you some ideas on how to make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient. And of course, it should save you money!<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for help with an insulation project or want to learn about other ways insulation can benefit your property, we would love to chat. Visit Wattson Home Solutions’ Florida<\/a> website. Call today at (855) 928-8123<\/a> and speak with one of our experts, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We provide a no-cost home energy audit<\/a>, too!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The benefits of home insulation range anywhere from reducing energy consumption to keeping your home warm and cozy in the winter. In the state of Florida, freezing temperatures aren’t a main concern. However, insulating your home properly is one of the best ways to improve its longevity and reduce your energy bills. 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<\/p>\nLeave the Noise Outside and Keep It Quiet Inside<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Reduce The Likelihood of Water and Mold Issues<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nGovernment Tax Credits<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Less Carbon Dioxide Emissions Equals Less Carbon Footprint<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Protects Your Home Against Mother Nature<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Protects Against Fire and Insects<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Take Advantage of the Many Benefits of Insulation Today!<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Wattson Home Solutions, Massachusetts is here for you!<\/h2>\n