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Products

Here are the types of products in most homes.

Products:


Roxul: Non toxic rock wool insulation that is sound deadening and free from most chemicals. Stops rodents. Naturally resistant to moisture. Gray or

brown in color. Very course. R3.7 per Inch.

Fiberglass blow in: Great for walls and other sealed cavities. but packs down over time. Not the best choice for attics. Several dangerous chemicals are present. Some are very toxic. Absorbs moisture, must be sealed from the environment. R 3.7 per inch.


Cellulose Blow in: Pulp. lots of chemicals in this stuff. Settles quickly. Easily contaminated. Absorbs moisture, must be sealed from the environment. Absolutely the worst Insulation. Looks like shredded newspaper. R 3.6 per inch.

Fiberglass Blanket: Good quality economical Attic and Floor insulation. Toxic chemicals present, must be sealed. However we have found a brand that is much safer, lower in toxic chemical. 


Liquid Foam: 2-3 times the cost of other insulations. Used for walls. Soy based is safest. Will crack over time and lose trapped air / efficiency. Most is Soy or Corn based which is a food source for Rodents. R3.7 per inch. ( rigid polyurethane foam R6 per inch). 

Green Energy Barrier: This is the newest product and highly recommended. Excellent for retaining heat in the winter and keeping heat out in the summer. Great way to finish off your insulation and keep it clean . Will extend the life of your insulation by decades and keep toxins out of your home. Stops rodents and insects. Resists mold. Requires no maintenance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoF1XtZpZeI

There are several Programs to help pay for the upgrading of your Home. Some are based on your Energy score and not your Income.

Links you might be interested in;

http://www.smartlivingnetwork.com/living-healthy/b/danger-mouse-health-risks-carried-by-rodents/


A cool, efficient and well ventilated attic and crawl space will help prevent mold and mildew in the future, lowering your bill too.
http://www.epa.gov/mold/moldresources.html#Homes


A Green, efficient and healthy home will out-sell others. Your home will sell faster and for more money.
http://blog.seattlepi.com/realestatenews/2008/07/01/green-homes-selling-faster-for-more/


(please let us know if any links are broken or have changed)

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