The Department of Energy and Climate Change has initiated an educational program to make the owners of domestic and industrial properties aware of the issue of climate change and the effect that energy inefficiencies can have upon the environment. Below are the principle areas where US or CT insulation can have an immediate and lasting impact on a property’s energy efficiency.
US Insulation in CT: Windows
To counteract the substantial amount of heat that is lost through energy-inefficient windows, various measures, both temporary and permanent, can be taken. During the winter months, it may be sufficient simply to use heavier curtains with a lining. If this does not suffice, secondary double glazing windows can be installed. If neither of these measures is sufficient to keep the house warm, the best alternative is to consider the installation of uPVC double glazed windows.
US insulation in CT: Doors
Doors can be insulated by ensuring that any gaps that permit the entry of drafts are filled with the appropriate draft excluder and any letter boxes should have a protective cover. If you wish the door to have its own windows, to provide additional light, it may be sensible to replace the existing door with a uPVC double glazed version.
US insulation in CT: Walls
Up to 35% of a property’s heat can be lost through inefficient walls. Although it can be a little expensive, the size of a property’s carbon footprint can be drastically reduced by the introduction of the cavity or solid wall insulation to prevent this serious heat loss.
US insulation in CT: Floors
Heat can as well be lost through the floor of a house. If a property has floorboards, these should be checked for drafts. It is relatively easy to fill these gaps, but if they are too extensive, the floor can be insulated by laying insulating material beneath the floorboards.
Summary
These relatively straightforward measures will all improve the quality of a property’s insulation which will, in turn, reduce heat loss and energy consumption. Spray foam insulation contractors in CT can help to identify places where heavier insulation may be necessary. If your energy bills are climbing, now may be a good time to replace old insulation, and perhaps add insulation to areas exposed to heavy winds or very low temperatures. Good insulation will help with the energy bills when summer arrives, as well. Regionally, one serious consideration may be an attic insulation for CT.