Home & Attic Insulation Installation

» Sealing and Insulation

We all want an energy-efficient home, don’t we?

The most effective way to prevent air from moving in and out of your home is to have your home air sealed. Efficient air-sealing insulation comprises a fine combination of soft, hard, and spray foam insulation.

While air sealing effectively prevents heat loss due to air movement, insulation stops heat from being conducted through the various structural materials of the house itself, such as wood, drywall, plaster, etc.

To have air-sealing insulation perfectly installed, you need to seek professional assistance. Conejo Valley Home Services offers the best professional insulation services in Conejo Valley, Ventura, Los Angeles, and Santa Barbara Counties. We have an extensive network of happy customers and a team of highly trained insulation experts.

Our ace technicians leave no empty spaces, nooks, corners, or gaps that might allow air to travel in or out. Call our team of experts at (805) 499-0448 to discuss your home air-sealing insulation project and get a free price estimate.

Best Types of Insulation for Your Home

Below are the top roofing insulation options to consider: 

1. Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation is a highly effective form of home insulation since it creates a multi-layer barrier. It is, however, much more expensive in comparison to fiberglass insulation.

New wall spaces, unfinished attics, and existing walls are the best places to install foam insulation.

2. Fiberglass Insulation

Fiberglass is the most common material for home insulation. It is available in either loose-fill or batts, and the best part of insulating your house this way is that it is very affordable. It is also the easiest way to insulate your home.

3. Cellulose Insulation

Are you looking for an organic way to insulate your home? Then cellulose insulation will work best for you. Cellulose is mainly made from recycled paper, mainly from newspapers and cardboards, and comes in loose fills.

Note that this kind of insulation absorbs moisture and can get damaged with time. Therefore, you should re-install cellulose insulation every five years.

The Insulation Installation Process

So what can you expect? Review the nine steps below to see what you can expect from our insulation installation experience.

1. Pre-Job Survey

Your home insulation project will begin with our technician documenting the current insulation condition of your home.

2. Choose Your Materials

Before installing, our technician will help you determine the insulation material best suited for your home. We will also help you calculate how much insulation material is required.

3. Prepare the Space

We will proceed to remove and replace any existing insulation that’s in bad shape, has been compressed, or has mold on it.

4. Seal Gaps

Sealing air gaps is vital to prevent heat loss around utilities and fixtures. We use spray foam in large gaps around pipes or light fixtures and caulk around smaller spaces like electrical boxes and other utilities. We will also run a bead of high-temperature caulk around heater flues to prevent a fire hazard.

5. Check the Airflow

Even though you want to prevent heat loss through your attic floor, air must flow to prevent moisture buildup. To allow this airflow, we shall install rafter vents at the soffits.

6. Map Utilities

Mapping out utilities is crucial before covering everything with insulation. We can mark wiring routes and fixtures on the rafters above.

7. Installing the Insulation

The installation step will vary depending on what type of insulation you are installing.

8. Job Site Cleanup

Now that the Attic Insulation Service is complete, we’ll clean up our containment and work area until it looks like our specialists were never there.

9. Post Walkthrough

You can rest assured that your home is better than before after our service. Our lead technician will walk through the entire house with you to ensure there has been no damage to the property

Common Insulation Problems

A properly designed and installed home insulation system immediately reduces the need for energy and significantly saves utility bills. While most types of insulation can last for decades, nothing lasts forever.

So, what are some of the common problems that can affect insulation? Here are some of the typical insulation problems:

1. Age/Wear and Tear

Insulation degrades over time, resulting in less effective resistance to heat transfer. Today’s insulation is also far superior to the stuff sold 15-20 years ago. Newer materials with improved thermal properties are now widely available.

2. Damaged Insulation

Insulation can become damaged in a variety of ways. In many cases, animals are the culprits. Bugs, squirrels, mice, and other critters are notorious for making their nests in our attics and ruining the effectiveness of the insulation. A leaky roof could also result in water-damaged insulation.

Since tattered insulation can’t retain heat properly, you should replace it.

3. Moldy Insulation

Besides being a health hazard, moldy water-damaged insulation allows air (mold spores included) to move freely, creating drafts that make rooms in your house too cool or too warm.

4. Over-Insulation

Having insufficient insulation can result in high utility bills and an uncomfortable house.

Too much insulation is also harmful as it can lead to serious health problems for your family (especially if somebody suffers from allergies).

Applying excessive insulation can drastically restrict airflow and ventilation, increasing the risk of mold growth. It is expensive, unsustainable, and carries little to no benefit for reducing your energy bills.

The Benefits of Installing New Insulation

Why get your home’s interiors insulated by professionals? Some benefits of using the services of the best insulation company the Conejo Valley has to offer include:

• Reduction in electricity bills
• Maximizing energy efficiency
• Improved noise control
• Limit temperature fluctuations
• Maintains humidity level
• Improve air quality
• Make your home more comfortable
• Improve the efficiency of your furnace and air conditioner
• Control condensation
• Contribute to a healthier environment

When Should You Insulate Your Home?

Does your home or business space have any of these problems? Here are the top five signs your home is under-insulated:

1. Inconsistent Temperatures in Your Home

In a well-insulated home, you’ll enjoy steady temperatures throughout all rooms. However, in a poorly insulated home, you’ll notice substantial temperature fluctuations from one room to the next.

2. High Energy Bills

When your home is not well insulated, your heating and cooling appliances will have to work around the clock to keep it comfortable. That results in high energy bills at the end of the month.