Is spray foam worth it?

Spray foam insulation is a type of insulation that expands after you spray. Spray foam insulation is great for hard-to-reach or oddly shaped spaces. The foam expands and seals, avoiding any type of unnecessary moisture from entering in your Place. Even though this type of insulation is more expensive than other types, the benefits of foam spray insulation can actually save you money on your bills.If you are interested in finding out more about the best type of insulation, take a look at our list of benefits of Empire spray foam insulation.

1.     Minimize the Weather Effect

Spray foams have its own property of spreading into small cracks and crevices. Once we applied the foam directly into the cracks, it expands and dries quickly while blocking air and water. Foam insulation isn’t just a blockade for air and water, but for heat and cold as well.

Depending on where you live, foam insulation can lower your heating and cooling bills. Even though foam insulation is more expensive than other types of insulation, it saves you money on bills in the long-term.

2.     Reduce Noise

Open-cell spray foam has the ability to significantly reduce noise. The open cells inside the foam minimize more noise than other types of insulation.

3.     No Pollen and Allergens

Spray foam benefits in reducing the amount of pollen, or allergens that get through the walls. Due to the fact that the foam reaches cracks and crevices, the air cannot penetrate the walls, as it does with other types of insulation.

By reducing the number of allergens that get into the building, you help those who suffer from allergies or respiratory conditions. Less air getting in, fewer sneezes. Offices insulated with spray foam insulation make workers happier and more productive. Insulation inside your home can save you money on medical bills too.

Empire Spray Foam team at work

4.     Prevents Bugs, Insects, and Small Rodents

The tiny holes in your building structure are an open invitation to ants, bugs, and small rodents. Fortunately, the small cracks and crevices can be filled with spray foam. Closed-cell spray foam is your best bet if you are looking to create a barrier against the tiny intruders.

Once the spray foam gets into the small crevices, it gets hard. A hard barrier deters rodents and the insects. By keeping away insects and rodents, you are also reducing the chances of getting sick from rodent waste.

5.     No more Growth of Mold and Milde

Both open-cell and closed-cell foam insulation prevent moisture from entering through the walls of your building.
Even though both types of foam reduce the buildup of condensation, the closed-cell spray foam works like a barrier against
large quantities of water.

The less water gets through your walls, the smaller the risk of developing health issues due to mold and mildew.

6.     Strengthen Structure

Due to its density and hardness, closed-cell insulation can actually strengthen the structure of your walls.
Every building is built after a code that requires the walls to meet a minimum load-bearing standard to hold the building together. However, the minimum standard doesn’t take mother nature into consideration.
Strong winds, heavy snow, and earthquakes can be quite a challenge. One of the benefits of spray foam insulation is that it gets everywhere and it holds everything together as a strong glue. Insulating your attic with closed foam might save your roof during storms. The additional layer of protection to your walls can increase the value of your building.

7.     It Lasts Longer

Fiberglass and Styrofoam insulation aren’t long-term solutions.Fiberglass sags and bunch, while Styrofoam breaks over the years. These types of insulation need to be replaced over time.
On the other hand, spray foam insulation doesn’t sag or break over extended periods of time.
Even though the initial investment is larger, spray foam saves you money in the long-term.

“Structure of your Place will love it too”

The benefits of spray foam insulation should make everyone consider it, no matter if their building is new or old. Spray foam insulation will strengthen the structure of your house and increases your building’s value. Additionally, it keeps you safe during strong winds, heavy snow, and earthquakes.
 If you want to insulate your building, in Houston, or ask any questions, feel free to contact us.