What Is R-value?
What Is R-value?
R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the insulating power. Compare insulation R-values before you buy.
There are other factors to consider. The amount of insulation you need depends mainly on the climate you live in.
Also, your fuel savings from insulation will depend upon the climate, the type and size of your house, the amount of insulation already in your house, and your fuel use patterns and family size.
If you buy too much insulation, it will cost you more than what you’ll save on fuel. To get the marked R-value, it is essential that this insulation be installed properly.
RM LaPlace Insulation, LLC’s focus has always been on providing big-company value with small-business quality. We are a proud family-owned and operated business that provides home insulation services across the entire New Orleans metropolitan area. We provide services for attic insulation, wall insulation, garage door insulation, roof repair, insulation removal, and more.
The Chart Below Shows The Difference In R-Value In Spray Foam
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Fiberglass - Batt
One type of insulation is called Batt insulation. This is one of the most common products used to insulate walls, ceilings and attics as well as basements and crawl spaces. It is generally manufactured from fiberglass, Batt insulation can also be made from cotton or stone wool...
Fiberglass - Roll
Fiberglass roll insulation is common because they're so easy to install. Rolls are simply longer versions of batts...
Blown Insulation - Fiberglass
The term blow-in insulation (or loose-fill insulation) refers to the process of filling stud or joist cavities or covering attic floors, with any loose material that has a good area to cover...
Blown Insulation - Cellulose
Cellulose insulation is often blown into building spaces through hoses from special blowing equipment in this case mounted inside a truck...
Blown Insulation - Rockwool
Rockwool insulation is a rock-based mineral fiber insulation comprised of basalt rock and recycled slag...
Spray Foam - Open Cell
Open cell spray foam has a very high expansion rate, sometimes as much as 100 times over. This makes it an ideal option for homes because it gets in the nooks and crannies in attics, crawl spaces, and rim joists..
Spray Foam - Closed Cell
Closed cell foam is made up of cells that are, as the name suggests, completely closed. The cells are pressed together, so air and mositure are unable to get inside the foam. Because of this, closed cell foam is much more rigid and stable than open cell foam...
Metal Building Insulation
When it comes to spray foam insulation for metal buildings you have two options – open cell or closed cell foam insulation.
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