We here at Dreyer’s DKI in Gainesville recently offered you a little advice on why you should make sure your home is adequately insulated. If you’d like to upgrade your insulation, there’s no need to muddle through it alone. Let us walk you through the different options available to you.
The ‘R-value’ of insulation is in essence a rating of its efficiency. Homes in Florida obviously do not require the same level of insulation as houses in Alaska, so you don’t need to aim for a high R-value. If you live in Northern Florida, it’s a good idea to aim for an R-value of 3, whereas if you live in Central or Southern Florida an R-value of 2 should be sufficient. Make sure you don’t waste money on unnecessary insulation by checking the R-value of any you plan on buying.
Insulation can be installed in many ways as it comes in a variety of forms, namely:
Eco-friendly options
You may be concerned about the environmental impact of your insulation. If that’s the case, you’ll be pleased to know that there are a number of environmentally-friendly options available, though some are a little more expensive than their less green counterparts. Mineral wool insulation such as rock wool or slag wool is made from, on average, 75% recycled industrial materials. Other options include cotton insulation (up to 85% recycled cotton fused with 15% plastic), sheep’s wool (though this still needs to be chemically treated before installation), and even straw.
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