If you’re like many homeowners, you may have heard of spray foam insulation and know it can help lower your energy bills but don’t quite understand how it works. Here at South Central Services, we get this question weekly from home and business owners living in Greencastle and the surrounding area. Spray foam insulation is a type of polyurethane plastic, and it’s made of two liquid chemical components that undergo a reaction to create the foam. These chemicals are called A-Side and B-Side and they are purchased by professional contractors, who facilitate the chemical reaction inside specialized rigs to create the spray foam insulation that’s used in homes and commercial buildings.
Essentially, spray foam 316 Insulation forms little pockets or cells that make it difficult for heat and sound to transfer through them. This makes them a great insulator, and they expand to fill in the small spaces and nooks of a building’s frame. In addition, spray foam is impermeable to water, which helps prevent leaks and moisture damage that can occur in walls or crawl spaces if they are not properly insulated.
Why 316 Insulation is Your Best Choice for Spray Foam Insulation
Unlike fiberglass or cellulose insulation, which are not designed to be installed in open cavities such as those found in new construction or old, unfinished attics and crawl spaces, spray foam can easily be applied in these areas, along with rim joists, walls and foundations. Spray foam also lasts longer than traditional insulation, as it doesn’t compress or sag over time.
316 Insulation of Tacoma
3010 N 27th St Tacoma WA 98407
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