If you are wondering why certain rooms in your home are freezing in the winter and burning up in the summer, then you may need to look into how well your insulation is working for you. (If you’re in an older home, you may want to make certain that you even have insulation.)
The power and value of quality and properly installed insulation is beyond what one may realize. Not only will your comfort level shift, but your heating and air system will not have to work so incredibly hard. Not to mention the fact that your power bills may be astronomical without proper insulation to help reduce your bills significantly.
Below are five reasons to consider checking into the quality and amount of insulation you have in your home:
- To reduce energy costs.
- To make the temperature more comfortable.
- To help the heating and air system run less.
- Noise reduction.
- Better humidity control.
The U.S. Department of Energy encourages homeowners and businesses to schedule a professional energy assessment, saying:
A professional energy auditor uses special test equipment to find air leaks, areas lacking insulation, and malfunctioning equipment. The auditor analyzes how well your home’s energy systems work together, and compares the analysis to your utility bills. After gathering information about your home, the auditor will recommend cost-effective energy improvements that enhance comfort and safety.
Read here to learn more about how to stay comfortable and lower those bills with insulation.
