Basement Insulation With H & N Custom Homes in Buena Vista Township, NJ
Basements are a major source of heat loss in most homes, costing homeowners up to 20 percent of their heating dollars. If you are planning to finish your basement, there is no better time to insulate than before you begin.
Once the basement is finished, it will be much more difficult to add insulation. In addition, once your finished basement is heated to room temperature, the opportunity for lost heat is greater than ever. A finished, insulated basement has a greater money-saving potential than an unfinished, insulated basement. To schedule a free estimate for basement insulation, contact your local, authorized H & N Custom Homes!
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Building science experts say that the best type of insulation for the basement is one that is good at resisting heat flow, isn’t affected by moisture or water, and won’t be a food source to mold or pests. Various types of rigid foam and spray foam insulation meet these requirements. In addition, they have higher R-values when compared to other insulation materials. That’s why H & N Custom Homes typically recommends its wall panels around basement exterior walls.
R-Ratings for Insulation
The R values that appear on insulation labels represent the insulation’s ability to resist the flow (loss or gain) of heat under standard test conditions. A fiberglass batt, for example, has an R value of about 3.2 per inch. Some types of foam insulation have R-values that are over 6 per inch. The higher the R-rating, the more effective the insulation.
Moisture Control
Insulation will help keep your remodeled basement warm in winter – and will make the rest of your home more comfortable, too. Properly selected and installed, basement insulation can also reduce high levels of relative humidity in your home. High causes moisture and condensation on cool surfaces including walls, ceiling tiles, closets, floors, and cold water supply pipes. Moisture can lead to corrosion, rot, insect infestation, mold and fungus growth — as well as a host of health-related issues..
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