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Here's a common scenario that many of our spray foam insulation customers describe time and time again. Does it sound familiar?
You get your power bill for the previous month and you can't believe what you're seeing. Your bill is up another hundred dollars. Summer is making a huge dent in your wallet. You know you told the kids to turn the lights off when they leave their room, but could it really be making this much of a difference? You glance at the thermostat. It reads 78 degrees. You wince and turn the dial up to 79. You can live a semi-comfortable life at 79 degrees, right? Ehh probably not. It's time to quit trying to save money with every push of the up arrow on your thermostat. Take charge of your power bill and don't give up another degree of comfort! Choose spray foam insulation.
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Spray Foam is a Better Insulation Solution for the Florida Climate
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As you know, in Florida, it gets HOT! The average high during the summer months in Clearwater is 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Not to mention, Florida is one of the most humid states in the US, making it even harder to cool off.
A common expectation among all homeowners is comfort. Comfort is not sweating when walking from one room to another in your own home come summertime. Comfort is not bringing out five blankets just to watch a movie on the living room couch in colder months. Finally, comfort is not forfeiting another degree up or down on the thermostat just to avoid paying an arm and a leg for your power bill. You have enough to worry about. You deserve to come home and live out your life without preventable burdens. But how? Here's how: better insulation.
According to the US Department of Energy, 40% of a home's energy is lost as the result of air infiltration through walls, windows, and doorways. Ah, so that's where that extra hundred dollars escaped from! Traditional insulation practices just aren't working anymore. You and your insulation need to take a step into the 21st century. Spray foam insulation has been proven to insulate 50% better than older insulation methods. Traditional fiberglass and cellulose insulation can't prevent air from flowing through the gaps in your walls, ceilings, and roof. As a homeowner, there are many measures you can take to ensure your house is air-tight. Sprayfoam insulation is hands-down the best. Sprayfoam insulation is not only an insulant, but also an air sealant. What does this mean? It means spray foam insulation is cool. Okay bad pun, but it does keep you cool. Foam insulation keeps air from escaping through the gaps and holes in your home. Even the ones you don’t know about, and all while keeping the cool air in and the hot air out (or vice-versa). Spray insulation does this way better than traditional insulation materials. |
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Save Big on Energy Costs with Spray Foam Insulation
According to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Energy Star Program, homeowners can save up to 20% on monthly energy costs by insulating and sealing air leaks. Wouldn't that be nice? Just take your average monthly energy bill (that number we talked about earlier) and multiply it by 0.20, that's the money you could be saving each month!
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This picture demonstrates the heat or cool air loss you (the average homeowner) are experiencing due to poor insulation. Most houses have uninsulated cavities, a lack of loft insulation, and no draught-proofing measures in place. The typical homeowner is practically throwing money out of those air cavities in the windows, walls, floors, and doors!
The good news is that you can change this with a pretty simple fix. By insulating the areas in the home where the cool air escapes most, you can make the largest impact on your energy savings, home comfort, and your carbon footprint. After all, more than half of your home's energy consumption goes into heating and cooling. Investing in the proper insulation can result in huge savings! As you can see, the roof is where the most energy loss comes from. Forty-five percent is a huge loss! Luckily, spray foam insulation is a multifaceted solution. Not only does spray foam insulation provide a barricade to keep energy where it belongs, it can also be used to reinforce an older, more worn out roof. |
To avoid the expense of re-roofing a home that may be suffering from nail fatigue and to produce optimum insulation, a single layer of spray foam insulation can be sprayed on the underside of the tiles of the roof.
Spray foam insulation results in a stable and weatherproof roof by fixing the nails, shafts, and felt paper that lines the roof. Sprayfoam is the superior method. With only 100mm of insulation at frame level, your new roof will make you feel like you're living in a new home. Can you imagine?! Your roof will meet the stringent thermal performance standards required for newly constructed properties. All that’s needed is a simple procedure by professional insulation installers on the roof and attic to bring sprayfoam in your home! A typical roof can be insulated using the polyurethane treatment for half the cost of re-roofing. Save big and avoid throwing away your hard-earned cash into two relentless money pits!
According to the stats above, if you were to only insulate your walls and roof, you'd already be knocking out well over half of your energy losses.
Spray foam insulation results in a stable and weatherproof roof by fixing the nails, shafts, and felt paper that lines the roof. Sprayfoam is the superior method. With only 100mm of insulation at frame level, your new roof will make you feel like you're living in a new home. Can you imagine?! Your roof will meet the stringent thermal performance standards required for newly constructed properties. All that’s needed is a simple procedure by professional insulation installers on the roof and attic to bring sprayfoam in your home! A typical roof can be insulated using the polyurethane treatment for half the cost of re-roofing. Save big and avoid throwing away your hard-earned cash into two relentless money pits!
According to the stats above, if you were to only insulate your walls and roof, you'd already be knocking out well over half of your energy losses.
Understanding the Different Kinds of Spray Foam Insulation
There are two main types of foam insulation: open-cell spray foam and closed-cell spray foam. Open-cell spray foam is a lighter density and more commonly known as half-pound foam. This is usually the cheaper option, but that is because the R-value, or heat flow resistance, is lower. This means to be vapor resistant, open-cell spray foam insulation requires more layers.
Closed-cell spray foam is denser with long-term thermal resistance. This means it is an air and vapor barrier! Closed-cell spray foam is stronger, has a higher R-value, and is more resistant. A quality professional insulation installer can work with you to find which type of spray foam insulation is right for you and the comfort of your home! Determination of which type of spray foam insulation generally comes down to characteristics specific to you and your needs such as strength, vapor control, and space.
Closed-cell spray foam is denser with long-term thermal resistance. This means it is an air and vapor barrier! Closed-cell spray foam is stronger, has a higher R-value, and is more resistant. A quality professional insulation installer can work with you to find which type of spray foam insulation is right for you and the comfort of your home! Determination of which type of spray foam insulation generally comes down to characteristics specific to you and your needs such as strength, vapor control, and space.
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Spray foam insulation contractors protect themselves by wearing precautionary safety gear when installing spray foam insulation. Residents will leave the home during the spray foam installation process and should remain away from the property for at least 24 hours after the job has been completed.
An important thing to remember is that once the spray insulation has been installed and cured properly, it should not release odors or fumes. Poorly applied foam insulation will have a strong, distinct smell. Our Clearwater spray foam insulation installers have been trained to perform well executed installations, so no worries. However, if at any point you have questions or concerns, just give us a call. Clearwater Insulation makes sure you're taken care of. |
Spray Foam Insulation CostYou can rest assured; the benefits well outweigh the costs. Spray foam insulation costs in the state of Florida are some of the most competitive in the nation. Here at Clearwater Insulation, we work hard to offer you the best price! Our spray foam insulation installation is among the most affordable in the state.
Spray foam insulation costs vary for many reasons such as the size of the home, number of floors or stories, type of foam insulation used, and the accessibility of where the spray insulation is applied. Luckily, Clearwater Insulation can and will review your home’s needs and work with you to find a plan that's within your budget! To request an estimate of what your home's or business' spray foam insulation installation cost will be, call us at (727) 493-5042. We'll schedule a time to visit your property to take exact measurements of the area needing insulation. We do this in order to provide you with a precise cost that won't change from start to finish. |
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So where are those promised benefits of spray foam insulation?
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Lower Utility Bills
Spray foam insulation yields significantly lower utility bills. According to the US Department of Energy, spray foam insulation is proven to save on energy spending. When 40% of a home's energy is being lost through air infiltration, something must be done! Fortunately, spray insulation can be installed as a house or home ages. The seamless insulation of spray foam will result in an air tight home, cutting your energy bill and putting money back into your pockets. Long Lasting Results Spray foam insulation is a solution you can count on. Spray insulation is durable and reliable. Foam insulation practically pays for itself. What do we mean by this? You will see (and your pockets will feel) the results of this insulation long after you have gained back the cost of the service. Once our installers have installed your spray foam insulation, there is no additional maintenance. That's right! Unlike alternative insulation methods, like cellulose or fiberglass, once spray foam insulation has been installed, there is nothing left for you to worry about. Spray foam insulation lasts for years – maintenance free! |
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Pest Control
Spray foam insulation doesn't only prevent air infiltration, but also pest infiltration. If there are less crevices, cracks, and openings in your home the obvious consequence is less creepy crawlers getting into your home! Not to mention the money you will save on pest control maintenance. It all goes back to comfort. Now you have one less thing to worry about thanks to spray foam insulation installation. Moisture Defense As we mentioned before, Florida is a humid place. What a lot of people don't realize is the strain humidity and moisture put on structural buildings and homes. Moisture causes the deterioration of buildings and the build-up of mold in wood, drywall, and carpet. Spray foam insulation creates a barrier between Florida's damaging moisture and your home. |
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Mold Protection
Providing a moisture barrier defends your home against mold. Moisture is a key ingredient in the spreading of most types of mold. Spray foam insulation protects your home from the growth of mold and protects you from the health risks it presents. Noise Reduction Sound control is an important and often overlooked benefit of sprayfoam insulation. Foam insulation blocks the air that carries sound and, consequently, absorbs sound waves. Minimizing the sound that travels between rooms is just another example of how spray foam insulation contributes to making your home more comfortable. |
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Dust and Pollen Reduction
Sprayfoam insulation seals your home. It acts as a barrier between your home and the outside. With spray insulation, you reduce the number of allergens invading your home. Not only are you saving energy by reducing air infiltration, you're also decreasing the dust and pollen that comes into your home. You can now look forward to a cleaner home and a reduction in allergy severity. Increased Comfort You can expect a comfier, cozier house with sprayfoam insulation installation. Your home is cleaner, drafts are less common, energy loss is prevented, noise is controlled, and you have less pests. Make your home the comfortable refuge you deserve and get in touch with us today! |
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We're Dedicated to Your Comfort and Satisfaction
We're dedicated to making sure you can feel comfortable in your own home.
Spray foam insulation will save you money and allow you to come home to a place you want to be in.
No more blanket hoarding just to shave a dollar or two off your utility bills. No more stress about throwing your money away into a re-roofing project. No more redundant pest control calls. No more worries about mold infestations.
And no more 78º thermostat readings in the middle of summer in Florida! You deserve better.
Clearwater Spray Foam Insulation has got you and your home covered – literally.
Spray foam insulation will save you money and allow you to come home to a place you want to be in.
No more blanket hoarding just to shave a dollar or two off your utility bills. No more stress about throwing your money away into a re-roofing project. No more redundant pest control calls. No more worries about mold infestations.
And no more 78º thermostat readings in the middle of summer in Florida! You deserve better.
Clearwater Spray Foam Insulation has got you and your home covered – literally.