Sealed Up Tight: The Benefits of Air Sealing | Koala Insulation of Nor
There is always one thing we can count on in northern Pennsylvania, and that is the fact that our weather can be unpredictable at times. The coldest winter nights can quickly lead to sunny days, humid summer afternoons can spark storms and the temperature can plummet unexpectedly in the winter.
Despite the unpredictability, our homes are one thing that we should all be able to rely on. They should be warm, cozy and safe no matter what is going on outside. If you have any sort of draft problem or air leakage issue, your home could be seriously suffering as a result. We explain the impact of air leaks and the importance of air sealing below!
Why Does Air Sealing Matter?
Your home relies on all of its systems to work seamlessly to move air throughout each space in your house. In order for that to happen, the conditioned air that comes out of your HVAC system needs to flow through your vents and up through your house in a controlled manner.
This is a relatively easy process if your home is sealed against the elements. However, any sort of air leak or gap in your home can throw this whole process into chaos.
A single draft will introduce the exterior air into your home no matter the conditions, so you could easily be dealing with hot and humid rooms in the summertime and freezing rooms in the winter. On top of the uncomfortable rooms, your HVAC system will also be dealing with this issue by running in overdrive to help reverse the temperature imbalance. Air sealing is a simple task with a huge impact! Air sealing involves a combination of caulk, spray foam and other sealants that are applied to a draft to block the exterior air from coming inside.
Controlling Energy Loss
If your home can’t control your air transfer, you can also assume that you are struggling with a serious energy loss problem. The air leaks in your home are inviting unconditioned air into your home all of the time, which means that your HVAC system has to work harder than ever to bring that air back to a reasonable temperature based on your thermostat settings.
This can put an unnecessary strain on your equipment as well as put a serious strain on your budget.
Sealing up these drafts and gaps can give your HVAC system a break without sacrificing the comfort in your home. If the outside air can’t sneak in as easily, your system will be able to work much more smoothly regardless of what is going on outside.
Addressing Pests
Air leaks don’t just affect your home’s temperature, either. Any sort of gap or draft in your home can easily become a door for the neighborhood mice, squirrels and other pests. Once inside your home, they can make beds out of your insulation, leave their droppings all over and even impact your indoor air quality in a negative way.
Sealing up these areas of your home after the pests have been removed can help keep those critters outside where they belong! Our crew is on a mission to help each home in our community operate smoothly no matter what season we are in. Struggling with air leaks? Contact Koala Insulation of Northwest Pennsylvania to learn more.
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