R5 Insulation Myths

At Half Price Insulation, we offer you quality insulation materials at affordable rates. No other insulation providers can match our prices and quality. Selling quality materials at affordable costs and contributing to energy-saving in Australia are our business goals. Well, other than selling quality materials, preparing homeowners' mindset to install insulation in their homes is another thing we focus now. Myths related to R5 Insulation have managed to discourage some homeowners to install insulation in their homes. And that is why we write this article to bust these "silly myths." Let's get started!
* R5 Insulation works well only in the winter: No, insulation materials keep you warm in the winter; also, keep you cool in the summer. Which
Read this article (http://blog.halfpriceinsulation.com/a-guide-on-the-types-of-wall-insulation-for-your-home/.) Installing R5 Insulation on the ceiling will keep 30% of heat in your home. The rest (70%) will leak through the floor, walls, attic, and doors/windows.
* R5 Insulation only saves energy bills: If we talk about it on a personal level; insulation saves your money by reducing energy consumption. Anyway, we should talk about it as a country. How can Australia contribute to energy-saving as one nation? We can reduce up 30% energy consumption if we insulate our homes properly. Now, who will benefit from that? Also, a quality insulating material provides soundproofing as well as thermal resistance. So, if you live in a house that is facing a highway; installing insulation will keep your easy
Yes, installing insulation in your whole house will cost you money. But the money you spend on proper insulation will save you thousands in the long run. A quality insulation material will last for 3-4 decades. Saving 30% on energy bills for 40 years - how can someone say insulation is expensive? Calculate the money you will save on energy bills for 40 years. You can invest that money to build a new home.
* Installing 2-3 layers of R5 Insulation will save your money: No, adding more layers of insulation is a money waste. You can increase the insulation thickness by adding more layers, but it won't raise the R-value proportionally. Hither the R-value, better the thermal protection will be. Getting advice from an expert in the insulation industry on R-value that suits your home is highly advisable. R-value and thickness may have a connection for same insulation material type, though.
* You can DIY R5 Insulation: Our website has videos posted on DIY insulation installation. Anyway, homeowners tend to make mistakes when doing it themselves. Also, removing old insulation contaminated with asbestos can kill you. So, if you want to make sure 100% proper insulation removal/installation; hiring a professional in the industry is highly