Insulation
Michigan's harsh winters and hot summers make proper insulation crucial for any home. Not only does it keep you comfortable, but it also saves you money on energy bills.
Benefits of Insulation:
Benefits of Insulation:
- Energy Savings: Proper insulation can significantly reduce your heating and cooling costs, saving you up to 40% on your energy bills.
- Improved Comfort: Insulation helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout your home, eliminating drafts and hot spots.
- Reduced Noise Pollution: Insulation acts as a sound barrier, reducing noise from outside and within your home.
- Increased Home Value: Well-insulated homes are more appealing to buyers, potentially increasing their value.
- Environmental Benefits: By reducing energy consumption, insulation helps protect the environment.
- Fiberglass: The most common and affordable type, available in batts and rolls.
- Blown-in: Ideal for attics and hard-to-reach areas.
- Foam Board: Provides good insulation and soundproofing, but it's less flexible than other options.
- Michigan's climate requires higher R-values (insulation rating) than warmer states.
- The International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) sets minimum insulation requirements for new homes in Michigan.
- Many utility companies in Michigan offer rebates and incentives for installing insulation.
- Insulation Institute: https://insulationinstitute.org/
- Michigan Energy Efficiency for All: https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/materials-management/energy/rfps-loans/home-energy-rebate-programs