Insulation Installation Durham NCInsulation installation in Durham, North Carolina, is a crucial part of the community efforts to improve sustainability. Studies show that your home or business can lose up to 40% of the conditioned air without sufficient insulation. By installing insulation in your Durham, NC, home, or business, you are contributing to the welfare of our planet.
Durham Spray Foam Insulation is one of the top-rated insulation installers in the Durham, NC area. There are others, but none with the skill, training, and exceptional service that you will enjoy with us.
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Is your Durham insulation contractor licensed and insured?
Most people are not aware of the extensive training and certification required by law to legally be called insulation installers and perform work on your home or business. There are many important details regarding insulation materials and techniques which must be learned and testing to verify abilities. This is true for all insulation forms, but especially for anyone installing insulation in Durham, NC. At Durham Spray Foam Insulation, we always want our customers to be informed and confident with their decision to trust us with their well-being and that of their families. For that reason, we want to give you a brief insight into what this means for the three most common types of insulation used in Durham, NC. |
Fiberglass InsulationFound in 85% of homes in the United States, this ubiquitous insulation material is widely available, inexpensive, and relatively simple to install. However, there is much more to correctly installing fiberglass insulation than merely stuffing it into your walls or attic.
Fiberglass insulation is commonly found in two forms; blanket or batt insulation, purchased in precut sheets, or in bags of loose-fill instead of blankets. In either case, fiberglass insulation has an R-value of approximately 2.5 per inch. You may need 8 inches of fiberglass in your walls and up to 24 inches in your attic. The space you have available for insulation can be a significant factor when determining which will work best for you. |
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One particular drawback of fiberglass insulation is its inability to stop airflow. When installing fiberglass insulation in your attic, you must be careful to install soffit baffles to ensure proper airflow and prevent condensation. A moisture barrier must be added in your walls, and care taken to seal off any potential leaks around elements such as windows, doors, and outlets.
Because fiberglass insulation has a tendency to sag and shift, especially in your walls, special attention must be paid to mitigating this future problem. The situation is inevitable as fiberglass insulation has a life expectancy of no more than 25 years before needing replacement. Another problematic issue when using fiberglass insulation is the small, irregular spaces in the framing and infrastructure, such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Attempting to adequately insulate in and around these spaces can be a losing battle with fiberglass insulation. These are but a few of the specific concerns that must be carefully addressed when installing fiberglass insulation in your Durham, NC home or business. A professionally trained insulation installer will understand these issues and have the practiced technique to deliver professional results, even with basic fiberglass insulation. |
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Cellulose InsulationCellulose is the oldest type of insulation material available today. It has been used in thousands of homes for decades. However, this old technology is susceptible to gravity and moisture and can generate a significant amount of dust in your home or business.
This common and widely used insulation material is made of ground-up paper treated for insect resistance and fire retardant. The resulting product is very finely ground and absorbent; it can retain as much as 130% of its weight in water. This means that cellulose insulation must be thoroughly protected from condensation and any other source of moisture. The only remedy should your cellulose insulation become wet is to remove the damaged insulation and replace it with new cellulose material. |
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This fine material is susceptible to gravity and drafts. Either of these will cause cellulose to shift, creating uneven coverage. Both this issue and moisture degrade the R-value of your cellulose insulation.
The finely ground material can also spill out through any gaps in your walls like electrical outlets. This dust can get into your ductwork and then be spread through your home by your HVAC system. Escaping cellulose dust is especially problematic in any remodeling situations; Adding or moving outlets, accessing electrical or plumbing issues within the walls, and anything else which might disturb the installed cellulose. Each of our professional installation installers at Durham Spray Foam Insulation is trained to manage and mitigate cellulose insulation issues. We take every precaution to guard against excess dust when handling cellulose insulation. But, the nature of cellulose insulation means that the dust is inevitable. |
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Spray Foam InsulationWhile fiberglass and cellulose insulation are best installed by a professional insulation installer in Durham, NC, they are often approached as a DIY project even if the results are less effective.
On the other hand, spray foam insulation requires professional training and skilled technique to be safely and correctly installed. When properly installed, spray foam insulation is entirely safe and non-toxic, but the elements used to create it are not benign. It is critical that these materials are handled and mixed correctly, or the project may not only be ineffective, but it can also become dangerous. |
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Spray foam insulation is an air barrier and can also be a moisture and vapor barrier when used appropriately and correctly installed. These features make it far superior insulation for your home or business in Durham, NC, than any of the other options.
The advantages of using spray foam insulation are significant. The two types of spray foam insulation, closed cell, and open cell, can enhance your structure's strength, prevent insect and moisture damage, and have an R-value far beyond the others. Each member of our professional insulation installation crew has trained, studied, and completed all certifications required for them to install insulation in your Durham, NC home or business. Below is a brief rundown of some of these requirements and the Spray Foam Polyurethane Alliance (SPFA) licenses, which they hold. |
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1. Assistant
The Assistant certification is for individuals assisting with the setup, equipment, and materials on any given insulation installation in Durham, NC; in other words, the grunt work. Even at the entry-level, Durham Spray Foam Insulation adheres to these training standards.
2. InstallerRoughly equivalent to an apprenticeship, this certification is for individuals with some spray foam installation experience, but are not yet considered ready to install spray foam insulation without supervision by an individual with appropriate experience and certification.
Typically, a Certified Spray Foam Installer is actively involved in the setup, start-up, shutdown, and spray foam installation equipment operation. The installer must show aptitude and proficiency after accumulating substantial experience to apply and train for the next certification. |
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3. Master InstallerOnce an individual has shown their abilities and successfully completed their training as an Installer, they can move on and take the next certification course to become a Master Installer. They must have significant experience applying spray foam insulation in a variety of applications and successfully demonstrate their abilities in a field examination.
The Master Installer is responsible for the equipment, including maintenance and repair, and is familiar with other insulation types, coatings, and their proper handling and application. 4. Project ManagerFor an individual to achieve this certification, they must first be experienced in all the various aspects of the installation and management of spray foam insulation projects. They will have substantial on-the-job experience and are familiar with construction techniques, estimating, materials, and compliance with codes and standards.
The Project Manager is responsible for the entire scope of the work. This is the person who attends to the details and assures your satisfaction with the work done by Durham Spray Foam Insulation. |
Friendly Professional Service
As you can see, Durham Spray Foam Insulation is your one-stop source for everything insulation for your home or business in Durham, North Carolina. As a company, we are committed to training our staff in the latest safety and installation techniques.
Installing insulation in your home or business can have a significant impact on your comfort, your health, and your bottom line.
Our professionally trained and certified technicians will make you look like a genius for selecting Durham Spray Foam Insulation for your insulation installation needs. All the effort we put into certifications and training are meant to benefit our customers and protect our hard-earned reputation of craftsmanship and service.
Whatever type of insulation you choose for your home or business in Durham, NC, the friendly and professional staff at Durham Spray Foam Insulation have the experience and knowledge as well as the certifications to safely and professionally provide you with that service.
We are here to answer your questions and help you to understand the options for insulation installation in your Durham, North Carolina home or business. There is a lot more to know about insulation and especially spray foam insulation, but we don't want to bore you.
We are happy to explain more if you have questions.
Installing insulation in your home or business can have a significant impact on your comfort, your health, and your bottom line.
Our professionally trained and certified technicians will make you look like a genius for selecting Durham Spray Foam Insulation for your insulation installation needs. All the effort we put into certifications and training are meant to benefit our customers and protect our hard-earned reputation of craftsmanship and service.
Whatever type of insulation you choose for your home or business in Durham, NC, the friendly and professional staff at Durham Spray Foam Insulation have the experience and knowledge as well as the certifications to safely and professionally provide you with that service.
We are here to answer your questions and help you to understand the options for insulation installation in your Durham, North Carolina home or business. There is a lot more to know about insulation and especially spray foam insulation, but we don't want to bore you.
We are happy to explain more if you have questions.