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What Part of a House Should You Insulate First in Cincinnati?

Efficient and reliable home insulation is key to comfort, as well as a potential source of significant savings. But how do you know which part of your house you should insulate first? Koala Insulation of Cincinnati can help.

First, you must remember that your house is not an air-tight vault. You might have installed an energy-smart thermostat, double-pane windows, and an alarm that reminds you to close outside doors, but that’s just a start. According to the Environmental Protection Agency your windows, outdoor faucets, crawl spaces, even your dryer vent allow outside air to seep into the house, while the attic, chimney shaft, recessed lighting, and the walls’ rim joists allow inside air to escape.

Look at this EPA chart for more information. The result is an irregular fluctuation in heating and cooling, despite your best efforts to regulate temperatures and save money. You will likely feel the leaks from windows and doors, but the unseen leaks can be just as wasteful. Instead, consider developing a plan to insulate the “shell” or “envelope” of your house:

• the outer walls
• ceiling
• windows,
• doors
• floors

We recommend that you determine your priorities and look at your budget. We suggest that you begin with the attic, mainly because it encompasses so much “dead space” where heat readily escapes and where cold air can enter, depending on the weather. The attic is often home to rodents, insects, birds, and bats that may take advantage of the warmth to build a nest. Over time, their urine and droppings not only contaminate your home insulation, but they can damage your insulation or ruin it entirely.

If your house was built before 1980, it is possible that your home insulation has degraded, especially in the attic. If so, you will want to replace it. For instance, uncontrolled airflow and temperature instability can create a breeding ground for mold and mildew. Our experts will conduct thorough tests to determine whether the integrity of your home’s structure has been compromised, and they can show you how to save money and avoid wasting energy.

Our home insulation technicians are experts in the field. We use thermographic imaging to find the leaks and help you decide which kind of insulation you need. We offer different kinds of products, including:

• blown-in insulation
• spray foam
• batt (or blanket) insulation.

At Koala Insulation of Cincinnati, our experts are well-versed in all kinds of attic insulation and ventilation. Our experts will arrive with state-of-the-art equipment to thoroughly inspect your attic or home and identify any areas in need of repair or improvement. They will provide a detailed assessment of the current conditions of your space and use their years of experience to design solutions that fit your home and budget.  By hiring a Koala Insulation expert, you not only get to enjoy a more efficient home faster, but you also get to benefit from the years of energy savings!