What are the benefits of roof insulation?
There are a number of benefits to roof insulation.
-1) Improved home energy efficiency
-2) Reduced heating and cooling costs
-3) Protection from outside noise pollution
-4) Reduced storm water runoff and erosion of the landscape beneath the home's foundation.
In addition, for those who have chimneys that come out through their roofs, installing insulation will help prevent birds from accumulating inside the flues. This can result in a buildup of soot inside the chimney flues as well as smell coming into your home during cold weather. Chimneys also need proper ventilating even if they don't use wood or gas combustible fuels because you can't avoid getting some accumulation going on there regardless what type of roof you have.
The roof insulation not only helps reduce the accumulation of debris but also improves the overall performance of your roofing system by keeping it well insulated. This will in turn prolongs its service life and protect your family's health. You can also prevent roof ice dams during the cold seasons to avoid roof leaks if this is a common issue with your roof. Definitely, roof insulation will provide numerous benefits so why not consider getting one right away? [ARTICLE END]
There are many great benefits when insulating your roof that include improved home energy efficiency, reduced heating and cooling costs, protection from outside noise pollution, reduced storm water runoff and erosion of the landscape beneath your home's foundation. For those who have chimneys that come out through their roof, roof insulation will also help prevent birds from accumulating inside the flues. This can result in a buildup of soot inside your chimney and smell coming into your home during cold weather. Chimneys also need proper ventilating even if they don't use wood or gas combustible fuels because you can't avoid getting some accumulation going on there regardless what type of roof you have.
Roof insulation not only helps reduce the accumulation of debris but it also improves the overall performance of your roofing system by keeping it well insulated. This will in turn prolongs its service life and protect your family's health. You can also prevent roof ice dams during the cold seasons to avoid roof leaks if this is a common issue with your roof. Roof insulation will provide you with numerous benefits so why not consider getting one right away?
Call Now - (650) 460-1311
Get Your Free Quote!
How does roof insulation work?
Roof insulation works by locking in heat and cold. The materials used for roof insulation also help insulate against sound and can absorb moisture to reduce the degree of mold growth.
Insulation on the roof is just one component of a sustainable heating and cooling system that reduces energy consumption while lowering costs. A high performance home envelopes all three systems: it has an airtight envelope; insulated, well-sealed windows; and low-flow caulking to eliminate any gaps where air could leak in or out unintentionally. This combination is different from only installing insulation on your attic because it focuses on optimizing the exterior components of a building, condition & preserve its health (waterproofing), operability (the minimum amount of square footage required) and its system energy consumption.
Roof insulation FAQs
Q: What are roof insulation materials?
A: Materials used for roof insulation include fiberglass, cellulose, mineral wool, foam board and others. Fiberglass is made of glass fibers that can be formed into batt insulation or blown under the roof decking to form a blanket. Cellulose is made from recycled paper products mixed with water and chemicals, later pressed into batts similar to fiberglass. Mineral wool is made by spinning molten rock together with glass fibers in a process called "rock wool." The final product looks like cotton candy formed around the glass fibers. Particleboard roof insulation has tough wooden boards held together by glue and studs of foamed plastic called poly styrene. These roof insulation products are available with low-emitting formaldehyde adhesives, which emit substantially less formaldehyde than their untreated counterparts.
Q: What are the benefits of roof insulation?
A: Benefits of roof insulation include reduced heating and cooling costs, improved indoor air quality, lower noise levels and increased building durability. The roofing industry began using roof insulation as a means to reduce energy consumption on buildings in the mid-1970s after new federal guidelines on minimizing energy loss were introduced by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Various studies have shown that roof insulation can save up to 25% on home heating costs and 15% on home cooling costs when installed according to DOE standards.
Call Us Now - (650) 460-1311