Insulation Types and Uses Chart

There are many types of materials in insulation solutions available in the insulation industry today. The type of product to be used in your home or application can best be recommended by a one of our qualified insulation contractors. The following is an general overview of the types of insulation and uses to help in your understanding of the industry:

Insulation Type	Insulation Materials	Where Applicable	Installation Method	Advantages of Insulation
Blanket: Batts/Rolls	Fiberglass Cellulose Mineral (rock or slag) wool Plastic fibers Natural fibers	Unfinished walls Foundation walls Floors Ceilings	Fitted between Studs Joists Beams	Do-it-yourself. Suited for standard stud and joist spacing.
Concrete block insulation	Foam beads or liquid foam: Polystyrene Polyisocyanurate or polyiso Polyurethane Vermiculite Perlite Pellets	Unfinished walls Foundation walls New Construction Renovations	Involves masonry skills.	Units have 10 times the insulating value of conventional concrete.
Foam board / Rigid foam	Polystyrene Polyisocyanurate Polyiso Polyurethane	Unfinished walls Foundation walls Floors Ceilings Unvented low-slope roofs	Interior applications: Must be covered with 1/2-inch gypsum board or other building-code approved material for fire safety.Exterior applications: Must be covered with weatherproof facing.	High insulating value for relatively little thickness.Can block thermal short circuits when installed continuously over frames or joists.
Insulating concrete forms (ICFs)	Foam boards Foam blocks	Unfinished walls Foundation walls New Construction	Installed as part of the building structure.	Insulation is literally built into the home's walls, creating high thermal resistance.
Loose-fill Blown-in	Cellulose Fiberglass Mineral (rock or slag) wool	Existing wall New wall Cavities Unfinished attic Floors Hardreach places	Blown into place using special equipment	Good for adding insulation to existing finished areas, irregularly shaped areas, and around obstructions.
Reflective Insulation	Foil-faced kraft paper Plastic film Polyethylene bubbles Cardboard	Unfinished walls Ceilings Floors	Foils, films, or papers: fitted between wood-frame studs, joists, and beams	Do-it-yourself. All suitable for framing at standard spacing.Bubble-form suitable if framing is irregular or if obstructions are present.Most effective at preventingdownward heat flow.
Rigid fibrous or fiber insulation	Fiberglass Mineral (rock or slag) wool	Ducts High temperatures	HVAC contractors fabricate the insulation.	Can withstand high temperatures.
Spray Foam Insulation	Cementitious Phenolic Polyisocyanurate Polyurethane	Existing wall Newwall Cavities Attic Floors	Applied using small spray containers or in larger quantities as a pressure sprayed (foamed-in-place) product.	Good for adding insulation to existing finished areas, irregularly shaped areas, and around obstructions.
Structural insulated panels (SIPs)	Foam board Liquid foam insulation Straw core insulation	Unfinished walls Ceilings Floors Roofs New construction	Builders connect them together to construct a house.	SIP-built houses provide superior and uniform insulation compared to more traditional construction methods; they also take less time to build.

Attic Insulation Installation

To maximize energy efficiency and save money with insulation, the attic is the first place you to look. Insulating your attic is the easiest ways to make your house more energy efficient. Hot air rises, making attics one of the biggest sources of heat loss, but you don't have to worry about if your attic is insulated!

If you're looking for attic insulators in California, CAL Spray Foam can provide a free estimate. We can install any type of insulation or Brand in your attic, including:

Radiant barrier insulation (or foil insulation)
Fiberglass insulation
Cellulose insulation
Blown-in insulation
Spray Foam Insulation
Batt or Roll Insulation

Our home insulation experts typically recommend Spray Foam Insulation or radiant barrier. Radiant barrier insulation or foil insulation is a great option for attics because it increases your home's ability to reflect, rather than absorb, the sun's heat.

The Benefits of Attic Insulation

You may not visit your attic every day, but that doesn't mean you should overlook the space! If you don't install insulation in your attic, your home will be much hotter and more uncomfortable in the summer and colder during the winter.

Foil insulation is recommended for attics, but there is no "right" type of attic insulation. The cost-effective option is to combine a radiant barrier with blown-in insulation. Most insulation are good at stopping heat transfer. Fiberglass insulation is very effective at stopping heat transfer into a colder area. Cellulose insulation has similar qualities to fiberglass. Radiant barrier insulation, helps your home reflect heat from the sun, keeping your home a lot cooler.

Insulating your attic ensures:

Lower energy bills
Reduced outside noises
More comfortable space
Uniform temperature throughout your house

Attic Insulation in California

Being properly insulated, an attic should be sealed and ventilated as well. A CAL Spray Foam insulation company will be able to give you more specifics on attic insulation.

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Batt / Roll Insulation Installation

With home insulation, there are many things to consider, the amount of insulation needed, where to insulate, etc. Home insulation is fairly complex and out of the average homeowner knowledge level, this is where our CAL Spray Foam professional insulation company can help! Free Estimate call (866) 406-8647

Have you heard of batt insulation? It’s a type of blanket insulation. If you want to install batt insulation in your California home, contact CAL Spray Foam today!

Installing Batt Insulation

Normally made of fiberglass, batt roll insulation is available in pre-cut pre-sized panels that go in between the studs in your wall. It can be used to insulate any area of your home—walls, ceilings, crawl spaces, etc. This is one of the most commonly used forms of insulation.

Batt insulation stops air infiltration, heat transfer, it fitting snugly between joists, rafters and studs. This means improved energy efficiency and a home that is more comfortable year round!

If you live in a humid climate, faced batt insulation is ideal, especially if you're insulating the exterior walls.

Benefits of Batt Insulation

Batt insulation has a number of advantages, when installed in exterior walls. Batt insulation helps reduce the energy used by your heating cooling systems!

Battor Roll insulation can also help:

Lower your energy bills
Keep your home more comfortable year round
Reduce noise coming in from outside

Batt Insulation Installation in California

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Blown-in Insulation Installation

Tired of high energy costs? You certainly aren't alone. No one likes to see their bills steadily increase. If yours are increasing and you're not sure why, read below!

Does your California home need more attic insulation? What type of insulation should you buy? All good questions call us for answer.

With home insulation, there's a lot of factors to consider. Also, there are many factors to determine the best type or amount of insulation to use. Variables that including the type of cooling and heating systems you have, the area of the home you're insulating, the material of your home's frame, etc. This is why it is highly recommended a professional home insulation company like CAL Spray Foam advises you before you make a decision!

Attic Blown-in Insulation

Blown-in insulation is installed in the attic and walls of many homes. Blown-in insulation is the best if you need to insulate finished walls but don't want to tear them down to open them. It works like it sounds the insulation material is blown into the wall using a very powerful blower. Though used mostly in attics, blown-in insulation is used in crawl spaces and exterior walls as well.

If you need to insulate a your home and want to add more insulation to your home, blown-in insulation offers a number of benefits, including:

Increasing your home's energy efficiency
Reduction in noise coming in from outside
Making your home temperature stable and comfortable all year long

Blown-in Insulation Contractors in California

Blown-in insulation in your attic is guaranteed to make your home more energy efficient and save you money! If you want to learn more about blown-in attic insulation and its benefits, call CAL Spray Foam and schedule a estimate on your California home!

Blown-In Insulation Company California

Tired of high energy costs? If your energy bills are increasing and you're not sure why, it's more than likely your home needs more insulation!

Does your home need more insulation? If so, where should you insulate? What type of insulation should you use? All good questions we can answer when helping you choose the right type of insulation installation for your home in California.

There's a lot to consider, much of it outside the realm of the average homeowner. Getting around wall obstructions, such as wires, plaster keys can be tricky. There are many factors that help determine the best type and amount of insulation to use and when. This is why it's highly recommended a professional home insulation company like CAL Spray Foam Insulation!

Attic Blown-In Insulation

Blown-in insulation is installed in the attic and walls of many homes. Blown-in insulation is ideal if you need to insulate closed-up walls but don't want to tear them down and renovate. Though used mostly in attics, blown-in insulation can be used in basements, crawl spaces and exterior walls as well.

Whether you need to insulate a new home or want to add more insulation to your attic, blown-in insulation offers a number of benefits, including:

Maximizing your home's energy efficiency
Reducing noise coming in from outside
Making your home more comfortable, no matter what time of year it is
Snugly filling small cracks and gaps and helping stop air infiltration

Blown-In Insulation Contractors in California

It doesn't matter if you want to blow in fiberglass or cellulose—blown-in insulation in your attic is guaranteed to make your home more energy efficient and save you money!

Office Insulation Installation

Is your company's office building costly to maintain the temperature? We have over years of experience insulating offices, other commercial buildings throughout the California State.

The insulation we install saved companies thousands of dollars on their bills. Join our satisfied clients and call us today for a free insulation estimate!

Why Should You Choose Our Office Insulation Contractors?

The professional experience you can count on. We are well trained, fully licensed, our professional commercial team understands the insulation business. Finishing the insulation job correctly, safely, on time - on budget is our highest priority.

We stay well informed of the changing codes and UL guidelines.

Our Insulation Services

If you need more insulation installed in your commercial building. Or you need acoustical ceiling insulation services, look no further! Your covered we can complete your commercial office insulation job in a timely, safe manner!

Insulating your office or commercial building offers a number of benefits, including:

Increased energy efficiency – stops energy from leaking into your building and escaping out.

Higher levels of comfort – warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer!

Reduced outside noises – insulation in your walls keeps external noises to a minimum.

Reduced carbon footprint – decrease the amount of carbon emissions your building produces.

Healthier environment – stable indoor air temperature and quality!

We insulated many offices and commercial buildings California. We can help you start increasing energy efficiency and saving money today!

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Ready to insulate your commercial building or office building? We provide free commercial insulation estimates to businesses throughout California call us today!

Green Insulation Installation

The U.S. Department of Energy and ENERGY STAR, sealing and insulating the "envelope" or "shell" of your home is often the most cost effective way to make your home more energy efficient and comfortable.
You reduce your home's energy consumption, by adding insulation. We use CertainTeed's fiberglass insulation to insulate new and existing homes throughout California.

Green Insulation in California

You want to install insulation in your home the green way? Be more eco friendly with CertainTeed "green" insulation! How much more eco friendly is CertainTeed's fiberglass insulation than other types of insulation?
Facts about CertainTeed's fiberglass green insulation:
A typical pound of fiberglass insulation saves 12 times as much energy in a year as the energy used to produce it - then the fiberglass insulation continues to conserve energy year after year.
CertainTeed environmentally friendly insulation is currently made with an average of 35% recycled glass.
CertainTeed fiberglass environmentally friendly insulation products are GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certified, ensuring very low or no emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Learn more about CertainTeed insulation products and their commitment to sustainability.
CertainTeed's Eco-Friendly Fiberglass Insulation
Besides its positive impact on the environment, green insulation products provide other benefits as well. Green insulation:
Is a cost-effective solution for reducing energy consumption
Can make your home more comfortable year round
Helps improve the efficiency of your air conditioner
Get a FREE Green Insulation Estimate for Your Home!
Do you want to insulate your home using the most environmentally friendly material? We insulate homes and businesses throughout California with CertainTeed's fiberglass insulation.
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Soundproofing Insulation Installation

You may have heard the term “soundproofing.” That’s because insulation materials not only stop heat transfer but they also help with sound control.

Insulation helps reduce noises from outside and inside your home or property, between different rooms and at different levels. To a degree, any insulation material helps reduce noises, the best types of insulation to install for soundproofing purposes are fiberglass and cellulose.

If you’re in California, our team can install soundproof insulation in your office or commercial building or home. Read below to learn a little more about insulation soundproofing!

Benifits of Soundproof Insulation

Loose-fill cellulose and fiberglass insulation are the best insulation materials for soundproofing. Acoustical ceiling tiles are another way to provide soundproofing for your building in California. We offer insulation and acoustical ceiling tiles from quality manufacturers in the industry.

Insulation reduces both airborne noises and impact noises. This makes soundproofing insulation or acoustical ceiling tiles very effective, especially in loud environments like a factory.

Wall Insulation Installation

How energy efficient is your home? Not sure? Check your energy bills! If they have been higher than normal, your home isn't as energy efficient as it could be!

How do you tell what the source of the problem is? Professional home insulation installers will be able to tell you if you need more insulation or not. How do you know?High energy bills, if you're noticing outside noises sound louder even when the windows are closed, it's warmer or colder with your windows opened than closed.

Installing Insulation in Walls

Walls are the best places to insulate, hands down. When it comes to insulating walls, here a couple things to keep in mind:

First, exterior wall insulation and interior wall insulation are essential.

Insulating walls with fiberglass or cellulose or spray foam is recommended.

Benefits of Wall Insulation

The exterior wall insulation and interior wall insulation offer a number of benefits, whether cellulose or fiberglass. If you have tiny cracks and holes in your home's envelope, insulate your walls with cellulose, which is effective at reducing air infiltration. A lot of air leaks out of your house through the walls!

Wall insulation also will:

Lower your monthly energy bills
Make your home comfortable all year around
Muffle outside noises and keep noisiness in.
Ensure uniform temperature throughout your home

Insulating walls is the best way to maximize the energy efficiency of your home, and insulation contractors will be able to tell you which insulation material would be most suitable and how much wall insulation you need.

Wall Insulation Installation in California

If you have more questions about insulating walls, our wall insulators are happy to help! Do you need wall insulation in California? Call us today to schedule a FREE estimate! (866) 406-8647

Crawl Space Insulation Installation

Getting ready to insulate or re-insulate your home? The crawl space, if you have one is very important in insulating your home. If your home has a crawl space that isn't insulated, it is not as energy efficient as it could be!

Live in California and need crawl space insulation? The home insulators at CAL Spray Foam have you covered. We've been insulating crawl spaces in the area for years. We can recommend the right solution for you and your California home.

Benifits of Insulating Crawl Spaces

Your home has a crawl space, it needs to be insulated and properly weatherized and sealed. If you don't you'll end up with issues like moisture problems and soil vapor intrusion. Crawl spaces are a big source of energy loss in homes. A lot of air leaks in through your crawl space in your home. Crawl space insulation and sealing is optimal because insulation a crawl space that is insulated but not sealed won't do a whole lot in terms of maximizing the energy efficiency!

Ventilated vs. Unventilated Crawl Space Insulation

Is your crawl space ventilated or unventilated? You should find out before insulating. Our insulation contractors will be able to tell you. Ventilated crawl spaces should be insulated under the subflooring. When it comes to insulating crawl spaces that are unventilated, wall insulation is very important.

For a small area, a crawl space can have a big huge impact on your home's energy efficiency if not properly insulated. No matter what type of crawl space you have and what material you use, you'll notice the difference crawl space insulation can make.

Crawl Space Insulation in CA

Do you have any other questions about crawl space insulation and what it requires? Crawl space insulation in California. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

Foil Insulation Installation

Low-E Attic Foil Insulation Installation in California

An attic radiant barrier will keep your home cooler. Since the surface of your roof is the most exposed portion of the house to the sun, radiant heat from the sun is transmitted into the attic during the day. This increase temperatures and hinder the performance of insulation. But with radiant barrier insulation, you can limit the amount of heat that comes in. Using radiant barrier in conjunction with standard attic insulation is the most effective way to help eliminate heat infiltration besides Spray Foam.

Call us today for an attic foil insulation consultation and estimate at (866) 406-8647 !

Types of Low-E Insulation for Attics & Roofs

There are different types of low-E foil insulation available. We install:

Low-E

LOW-E Reflective Insulation is a best selling reflective insulation across the US. Consisting of a polyethylene foam core with scrim-reinforced, double-sided aluminum facings, LOW-E foil insulation can be used in all parts of the building industry where traditional insulation materials are used. It can be installed by itself or in conjunction with mass insulation products for a higher R-value. From large commercial buildings to homes, LOW-E foil insulation can be used to reduce heating and cooling costs for any type of project.

You save money and increase energy efficiency
Blocks the majority of radiant heat
High thermal performance
Excellent vapor barrier
Installed easily with razor knife and foil tape
Help reduce condensation and moisture infiltration
Helps improve the performance of other insulation systems

For more information about LOW-E foil insulation get in touch with one of our Insulation Technicians to schedule a consultation!

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Fiberglass Insulation Installation

Fiberglass insulation is the most popular methods for insulating homes. It is one of the oldest and most effective ways to reduce heat flow. Fiberglass insulation keeps heat from entering into your home, keeping the temperature stable.

Fiberglass insulation is blown-in loose-filled or rolls and batts. It is made of up to 40% recycled materials. Environmentally friendly product that significantly reduces your energy bills!

Fiberglass and loose-fill, or blown-in, insulation is used in many areas of your home. It is particularly useful if you fill lots of small gaps, leaks and crevices in the attic. Rolls or batts are designed to fit snugly between wall and floor joists in any area of your home, including the attic and any crawlspaces.

Benefits of Fiberglass Insulation Installation

Being environmentally friendly, fiberglass insulation is beneficial for a number of reasons.

The most common and cost-effective types of insulation available

It is excellent at stopping heat transfer

It will also help lower your energy bills!

Denser fiberglass insulation has a higher R-value, which refers to the insulation's resistance to heat flow.

Ultimately, the higher the R-Value, the better! Learn more about why blown-in fiberglass is a good alternative to foam.

Schedule a FREE Fiberglass Insulation Estimate

For any fiberglass insulation needs we can help. Contact our fiberglass insulation installers today if you're ready to insulate your California home with fiberglass. We offer free home insulation estimates to ensure you get the fiberglass insulation you need to start saving money!

Rigid Board Insulation Installation

Homeowners think of insulation, they see pink fibers that look kind of like cotton candy.. In other words, they think of "fluffy" insulation, but there is another type of insulation that can help reduce your energy bills, rigid foam board insulation.

Rigid board insulation is exactly like it sounds, it is a foam panel that can be cut easily enough. 2' x 8' and 4' x 8' are the sizes most often used, but the panels vary in thickness and width. Rigid foam board insulation is overlooked, but it is a good solution for insulating your home.

Just because rigid foam board insulation panels are easy to cut, it doesn't mean the average homeowner should do a insulation installation project without consulting professionals.

Rigid Foam Board Insulation

There are three types of rigid foam board insulation:

Polyisocyanurate (polyiso): polyisocyanurate rigid board insulation comes with reflective foil on both sides. This makes it great for attic, the foil helps your home reflect, rather than absorb the sun's energy.
Extruded polystyrene (XPS): extruded polystyrene rigid board panels have smooth, plastic surfaces they extremely durable. XPS rigid foam board insulation doesn't absorb water easily.
Expanded polystyrene (EPS): EPS rigid board insulation is great for reducing moisture infiltration. It is used for both new construction projects and re-insulating. It has a lower R-value than both XPS and polyiso board.

Benefits of Rigid Foam Board Insulation

The benefits of installing rigid foam board insulation are similar to other types of insulation.

Rigid board insulation will:

Increase the energy efficiency of your house and reduce your monthly energy bills
Stabilize your homes temperature
Muffle noises from outside
Reduce your carbon footprint, Stay Green!

Other types of insulation, unlike rigid foam board insulation is better at reducing moisture infiltration and associated problems such as mold and mildew growth, wood rot, etc. Rigid foam board insulation panels eliminate air infiltration, making them an ideal choice for older, drafty homes.

Cellulose Insulation Installation

For an environmentally friendly product that will help optimize your home's energy efficiency, cellulose insulation is the thing to do. Made from mainly recycled materials, cellulose loose-fill insulation is recognized as among the very environmentally friendly insulation goods in the marketplace these days.

Cellulose is a powerful solution whether you should insulate your entire house or simply your crawl space. Really, it is great for just about any part of the home and supplies a lot of the exact same performance features as fiberglass insulating material, like control that is sound.

The specialists at OJ Insulation will help if you would like to insulate your California house using cellulose. We are able to scrutinize your property and let you know the way much insulation you need and where you should insulate!

Benefits of Cellulose Insulation Installation

Besides helping reduce your electricity bills, cellulose insulation:

Reduces external sounds
Makes the interior of your house more comfortable
Has a higher R value (that is nearly 4 per inch)
Has features (comprises more than 80% recycled stuff)
Remove or can decrease air infiltration
Your house is guaranteed to be energy efficient and a lot more comfortable!

Radiant Barrier Insulation Installation

Radiant Barrier Insulation Installation for California Homes

Does one need to insulate your attic? An improperly insulated attic can easily debunk your time and efforts to make your home more energy efficient. All that hot air leak from your home and will rise, and through the summertime, the energy of the sun's will be consumed, making your home much warmer.

Insulation is a terrific option for maximizing energy efficient. Among the best methods to maintain your attic properly sealed is by insulating it with radiant barrier. Radiant barrier insulation is extremely effective in reflecting sunlight from your house, so that your loft (and therefore, the rest of your house) can remain cozy, year in and year out.

Benefits of Radiant Barrier Insulation

Installing radiant barrier in your loft can:
Reduce heat transfer into your attic
Result in A/C savings as high as 12%
Reduce attic temperatures by up to 30 degrees
Increase attic insulation efficacy
Increase A/C efficacy
Lower temperatures and enhance conditions

Low-E is reflective insulation in the country's number one selling kind. It is manufactured utilizing a polyethylene foam core reinforced double sided aluminum facings. Low-E insulation could be used in all facets of the building sector where normal types of insulation are utilized. It could be used by itself or in conjunction with mass insulations -systems, such as radiant barrier insulation. From large commercial buildings to residential houses, Low-E insulation may be used to spend less on heating and cooling costs.

Low-E reflective insulating material also:

Saves money and time
Is nontoxic and contains no fiberglass
Is the best vapor barrier
Is category A, Type 1 Fire Rating
Has exceptional thermal performance
Reduces condensation
Improves insulating material performance
Is Insect Resistant
Low-E insulation has additionally passed the ASTM 286 Fire Test. The test can be viewed by you here.

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