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4 Reasons Insulation is Important in Grand Rapids | Koala Insulation

1. Summer

In summertime, we’re combatting high heat and humidity.  On a 90-degree day, your attic may reach upwards of 160 degrees inside!  Pile on humidity, and it’s likely you’re A/C unit will run all day and night trying to keep up.  Proper air sealing, upgraded insulation, and a will a solar fan cool your attic, thus your home, and keep you cool in the summer heat.

2. Fall

Fall in Grand Rapids can experience temperatures as low as 30s and as high as 80s.  Dramatic temperature swings will do a number on your energy bills while you change the thermostat multiple times throughout the day.  If you’ve ever experienced the fall in Grand Rapids, you know to layer up for a brisk morning and you’ll have your A/C blasting by the afternoon.  Insulation works to regulate temperatures in your home that will keep your house comfortable and the same temperature, no matter which way the weather swings.  Additionally, fall is a GREAT time to invest in an insulation upgrade to prepare for the winter.  Consider adding blown-in insulation to your attic for extra warmth before winter comes.

3. Winter

Grand Rapids winters can be wet, slushy, icy, and cold.  Proper insulation traps heat inside your home, keeping your family cozy and your gas bills low. If your home feels drafty, air sealing around windows, doors, electrical outlets, lights, etc. will dramatically reduce the amount of cold air getting into your living space and warm air escaping.  Whether your home is old or new, there’s a good chance your home is under insulated,  and could benefit from an upgrade including blown-in insulation, batt insulation, or spray foam.  Investing in this upgrade now will allow you to save on your energy bills each month so you can spend it on the holidays rather than on your gas bill!

4. Spring

Spring in Grand Rapids is an allergen nightmare!  Proper home insulation can help keep those allergens including pollen and dust outside, and keep the air in your home clean and fresh.  Spring is a great time to invest in upgrading your insulation in preparation for the summer heat.  It will keep your home cool, your electric bills down, and extend the life of your HVAC system.