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There are many ways that water can gain access to your crawl space. Holes and cracks can let moisture in through the walls, foundation, and corners of the crawl space. Flooding or a burst water pipe can also result in excess water that will then be absorbed by the insulation. Wet insulation is insulation that

A lot of people feel intimidated by the cost and commitment of using spray foam insulation in their houses. Without knowing the benefits that spray foam insulation can provide for their home and family, the option could be easily overlooked. In actuality, spray foam insulation outperforms all other types of insulation by incredible margins. Here

Spring has finally arrived! As trees begin to bud and flowers begin to poke their heads through the wet soil, its about time that we poke our heads up into our attics. With the arrival of spring comes the perfect opportunity to conduct a thorough spring cleaning of our homes. Here are a few ways

If you are short on cash but are hoping to start insulating your home to save on energy costs and get rebates from local energy providers, the first place that you should turn your attention to is the attic. Why the attic? During the winter months, all of that heat you’re paying for to warm

My Spray Foam insulation is wet: You’re in luck! If you have closed-cell spray foam insulation that’s been exposed to moisture, never fear. Closed-cell spray foam insulation provides a moisture barrier and an air-tight seal. If you’re noticing water on your spray foam insulation, it almost certainly means that you’ve got a leak somewhere. But

Not many of us bother to research insulation. Why should we? As long it was put in the walls, floors, and ceilings when the house was built, why should anyone bother their heads about it years later? Unfortunately, having an improper understanding of insulation and it’s function and impact on your home can mean that

One of the worst sights a homeowner can see is mold growth in or on any part of their home. Whether it’s creeping across their crawl space insulation, or crawling up their attic beams, mold means damage, health risks, and both time and energy to fix. But how can homeowners prevent this plague? Most people

The energy saving benefits of insulation are sky high. A proper insulation job in the average American home will pay for itself in less than a year. That’s why it’s so important to make sure all of the crucial areas of your home are well insulated before the chilly weather strikes again.     When