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Where NOT to Cut Corners When Building a New Home
When building a new home in central Texas, it’s natural to want to save money any way you can. That said, there are a few very important areas where you never want to cut corners, understandable since a home is likely the biggest investment you will ever make. Our Austin insulation experts have a few…
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Mice, Bugs and Other Pests in Your Insulation, Oh My!
The insulation in your walls, attic and other areas of your home shouldn’t be an oasis for rodents, bugs, and other pests, but it happens all too often. These pests can damage your insulation, compromising your home’s comfort and efficiency. Perhaps pests have already invaded, or you’re curious about how to keep them out of…
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How Fiberglass Insulation Works
Many homeowners in Austin and surrounding areas choose fiberglass for insulating their homes, and while it isn’t as good as spray foam, it has its good qualities. Fiberglass has been around for centuries and remains one of the most popular options today. What is it, and how does it work? Available in either loose-fill or…
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3 Applications for Spray Polyurethane Foam That May Surprise You
Spray foam insulation is the best option when it comes to improving energy efficiency and comfort in your home, and it also has a benefit you don’t get with other types of insulation – sealing air leaks. When having insulation installed in the walls, attic, or floor of your home or business, it’s highly recommended…
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Is Your Workshop or Shed Insulated? It Should Be – Here’s Why
Many homeowners in central Texas have workshops or sheds, whether they’re used to work on hobbies or projects, or for additional storage. Is your workshop insulated? If it is, good for you. If not, it should be! Our Austin spray foam insulation professionals will explain why you should never overlook good insulation for your workshop…
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Common Cellulose Insulation Issues That Could Lead to Catastrophe
Cellulose insulation has been around forever and is the type still found in many homes today. It can be installed as blown-in or loose-fill, and many homeowners choose it because of its affordability when building or renovating a home. Our Austin insulation contractors do install cellulose, however we want you to know that it does…
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All Spray Foam Insulation Contractors are Not Equal – Be Sure You Can Trust Yours!
When you’re looking for an Austin spray foam contractor for your project (or any contractor, for that matter) it can be difficult. Do an online search for service providers in your area, and you’ll likely see tens or even hundreds of thousands of results. Even if a company has a website, that doesn’t mean much…
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Retrofit Insulation for Austin Homes – What is it, Anyway?
If you have ever heard someone say “retrofit insulation,” you may wonder exactly what that is or how it works. When an Austin insulation professional says he (or she) is retrofitting with insulation, it basically means the home or other structure is being re-insulated. In some cases, an existing home or building may have no…
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Common Comfort Misconceptions Austin Homeowners Should Know About
As it gets hotter and more humid in central Texas, many homeowners think about ways they can make their homes more comfortable – or what they must sacrifice to save on energy costs. Our Austin insulation experts want to share a few misconceptions that many homeowners actually believe. Get these thoughts out of your head! …
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Home Insulation Issues Often Reveal Themselves During Hot Austin Summers
Winter months aren’t usually too awfully cold in Austin or throughout central Texas, so you may not notice potential problems with your insulation until the hot summer months arrive. Anyone who lives here knows it can feel hotter than Hades considering the high temperatures combined with the suffocating humidity! It’s during this season you want…
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