Insulating your attic is crucial for keeping your living space comfortable and decreasing your energy bills. There are many things you need to know about installing insulation in your attic. Proper installation is necessary for your attic insulation to be effective. Your comfort and utility bills will be negatively impacted if the attic insulation is...
Climate Zone Context Here in Virginia, our hot, humid summers and cold winters land us directly in climate zone 4A, a mixed-humid zone. In this region, maintaining a comfortable home with effective insulation is crucial. Insulation performance is measured by R-value, which is a measure of a material’s thermal resistance. The higher the R-value, the better the...
When it comes to home insulation, the first area that comes to mind is the attic. Airflow within a building moves from ground to sky, naturally pulling conditioned indoor air up and out of a structure. Proper attic insulation helps keep conditioned air inside your home and helps keeps your home comfortable. Keeping conditioned air...
When most people think of insulation, the first thing that comes to mind is fiberglass insulation, the most widely used type of insulation. For decades, fiberglass insulation has been used to insulate attics, walls and other areas of new and existing structures. You may think you know the ways fiberglass insulation can be used but...
Asthma, Allergies, and Indoor Air Quality in Virginia Asthma is a common chronic condition that more than 28 million Americans live with. Here in Virginia, roughly one in ten adults has been diagnosed with asthma in their lifetime, while about one in fifteen adults is currently dealing with the condition. Common asthma triggers include pollen,...
There is a lot to consider when insulating your home. The most important decision is choosing the right contractor. Not all contractors are created equal. Choosing an experienced contractor can help avoid problems before, during and after your installation. Southland Insulators has vast experience installing spray foam insulation. These years of experience and number of...
