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Signs Your Home Needs an Insulation Upgrade

We are all guilty of taking advantage of our homes on a daily basis as we run around to work, school, sports and family events. We expect our homes to perform how they should to keep our families comfortable day in and day out no matter how busy we are.

That is why it can be easy to overlook some subtle signs that something may be amiss. The majority of homes in the Chattanooga area are underinsulated, so that may mean that yours is, too.

Check out the top three signs to look for in your own home to determine whether or not your home needs an insulation upgrade:

1. You Have High Energy Bills

Money is tight for everyone these days, but if you find yourself stumped as to why the majority of your budget is going toward your energy bill, your insulation may be to blame. If you pay your bill online, check out your past history to compare your energy consumption based on previous years around the same time.

Spending more money to keep your home comfortable usually means that there is energy loss happening somewhere in your home. Old or worn-out insulation can’t control energy transfer as well, so it may be escaping right out of your walls, floors and ceilings. That means your HVAC system is constantly working in overdrive and that will definitely impact your bills.

2. You Fight With Your Thermostat

How many times a day do you return to your dial or your touchpad? If the answer is more than once, your insulation and HVAC system are not working together in harmony. You should be able to set your thermostat and forget about it as your HVAC system kicks on occasionally to keep you comfortable.

A poorly insulated house will have hot spots, cold spots, drafts or will only be comfortable when the HVAC system is working. As soon as it shuts off, your home will start to leak energy and you will be heading back to your thermostat to turn it up or down.

3. You Have Had a Pest Problem

Another sign that there is something going on with your insulation is the arrival of your neighborhood critters inside your home. Gaps or cracks in your attic or along your roofline can be easy access to squirrels, mice or even bats. They can also get into your insulation and make cozy beds for themselves. If your insulation is compromised by pests, it can’t work properly and it can even become a health hazard over time.

If any of these signs are happening in your home, it’s time to call Koala. We can remove old or worn-out insulation and replace it with fresh material right away, so you can start saving money, stop touching your thermostat and enjoy watching the critters run around outside your home.

Contact us for an insulation upgrade at Koala Insulation of Chattanooga.