Insulation is a vital aspect of a building’s. An optimally insulated home or office always bestows comfortable temperatures upon its dwellers. It also helps save energy and cut utility bills drastically.
To achieve the desired results it is important that each area of the property is well insulated. While attic spaces invariably get the most attention, crawl space insulation too is crucial for the overall health of the property.
Though it appears to be a simple task, there are some insulation essentials for the floor below your feet. Crawl space insulation ensures that your home retains adequate warmth, controls moisture, and prevents subsequent mold build-up. Here is how you can do it right –
- b>Fiberglass Batts– Fiberglass batts lend support to the insulation. It is therefore important to install them in a way that they touch the underside of the floor. Using a crisscross wire web placed equidistant from each other can further add to the batt support.
- Vents – Vents in the crawl space are important in order to prevent mold and mildew build-up. The number of vents required in the crawl space is proportionate to the size of the crawl space. Professional service providers therefore calculate how many vents are required for the area and make provisions accordingly.
- Insulation and Sealing – Proper repair and sealing of plumbing pipes and air conditioning ducts is a prerequisite for any insulation job. Failure to do so will result in loss of hot and cold air, leading of the overloading of the HVAC system and inflated energy bills.
- Insulation Material– Understanding the type of insulation material is of paramount importance. Close-cell spray insulation, although expensive, is a better option as compared to open-cell spray insulation. This is because it keeps moisture from building up in the space, thus delaying the growth and build-up of mold, fungus, and mildew.
Hiring professionals for the job is undoubtedly the right call. At Quartz Solutions, we are the experts in the field. Get in touch with us at 201-205-2042, 973-536-1013. Our team will provide you a complete insight on the nitty-gritty of crawl space insulation.
