Attic Insulation Installation and Upgrades

Professional Attic Insulation Services in Southeast Michigan

Invest in making your home more energy efficient and comfortable year-round with the help of the insulation experts at Blanket Insulation Services. We specialize in using the latest technology and techniques available to provide you with attic insulation installation and upgrades that'll keep your home warm while decreasing energy usage and utility costs.

There are several warning signs that your attic isn’t properly insulated, such as high utility bills and rooms that are too hot in the summer or too cold in the winter. One of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to improve overall home comfort is with an attic insulation upgrade. Proper attic insulation can help to minimize heating and cooling expenses by nearly 40%.

When one of the Blanket Insulation Services specialists visits your home for an insulation estimate, we'll inspect the levels of insulation to determine the proper insulation solution depending on your home’s design and your individual needs. With our wide range of experience and advanced tools, we can install many different types of insulation, including cellulose, blown-in, spray foam, and much more.

Blanket Insulation Services is your reliable local source for attic and home insulation services throughout the southeast Michigan area. Request a free estimate today, so we can provide you with a custom insulation plan based on your home and needs.

Important Things to Know About Attic Insulation

Benefits of Installations From Blanket Insulation Services

• Expert installation by certified energy experts
• Various attic insulation material options, including spray foam and cellulose
  
• Free insulation inspections and estimates
  
• Blower door tests to identify air leaks
  
• Improved comfort and reduced heating and cooling costs by as much as 40%

Poor Attic Insulation Signifiers

• Rooms below the attic can’t maintain temperature even when the rest of the house is comfortable
• Expensive utility bills and/or expensive costs for heating fuel
• Cold drafts in the winte.
• Recessed “can” lights found in the ceiling under the attic
• Attic floor joists can be seen either above or between any attic insulation already in place
• Ten inches or less of existing attic insulation
• Exposed ductwork in the attic above the insulation

Air Sealing and Insulation Pays for Itself

A home’s attic is easily one of the most major points of energy loss. With the proper amount of insulation installed and effective air sealing, you’ll notice a big difference in your energy expenses and overall comfort.

Insulation levels and thermal performance are measured by R-value. The higher the R-value, the better the insulation's ability to resist heat flow. Oftentimes, homes have only nine inches of attic insulation in areas where the U.S. Department of Energy suggests 16 inches. Most homes in our area are suggested to have between R-49 and R-60 of attic insulation, which varies by the type of insulation material used. 

Air sealing is of utmost importance when considering attic insulation, since sealing the leaks will prevent conditioned interior air from working its way into the attic. Air sealing will help you avoid attic mold and can dramatically diminish heating and cooling expenses. We can effectively seal the attic to prevent further energy loss.

Reasons to Seal Air Leaks and Add Insulation

• Increase overall comfort
• Reduce outside noise
• Improve humidity control
• Lessen the demand on your HVAC system
• Improve indoor air quality

Make the Whole House Comfortable While Saving Money

Our highly trained specialists have the necessary skills and experience to help you install a wide variety of different insulation, such as cellulose, blown-in, and spray foam. We take a personalized whole-home approach to our insulation services to guarantee we provide you with the solutions you've been looking for.

Contact Blanket Insulation Services today to schedule a home energy audit designed to pinpoint the parts of your home that need insulation or air sealing. Our in-depth home energy assessment will also determine other factors that contribute to your home’s high energy costs and lower comfort level

Blown-In Insulation for Your Attic

About Blown-In Insulation

Blown-in insulation is also referred to as "blow-in" or "blown" insulation. It doesn't really matter which term you use. What DOES matter is the improved energy performance that blown insulation makes possible in any unfinished attic.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, most attics aren't adequately insulated. A typical home is likely to have less than R-20 attic insulation, while, throughout most northern states, the DOE recommends attics in be insulated to R-49 or more.

Contact your local insulation experts at Blanket Insulation Services today to learn more about blown-in insulation or to schedule a free estimate and consultation regarding the best insulation for your needs.

Blown-In Insulation Materials

Some insulation contractors install blown fiberglass insulation, some install cellulose. and some can install both types of blown insulation. Blown fiberglass and blown cellulose are both "fluffy" insulation materials with similar R-values.

The installation method for blown fiberglass and blown cellulose is identical. A shredding and blowing machine located outside the house forces the blown insulation through a long, flexible hose that extends into the attic where a technician directs the flow. Blown fiberglass and blown cellulose insulation can be installed directly over existing attic insulation if the older insulation is in good condition.

If you haven't yet made this energy-saving investment, it's definitely worth doing. Once it's complete, there's no maintenance to worry about. An insulation upgrade is a once-and-done improvement you'll enjoy for as long as you own your house.

Cost Effectiveness of Blown-In Insulation

The combination of too little insulation and too much air leakage can waste a great deal of energy. Heat movement and conditioned air leakage is virtually unimpeded across a poorly insulated and poorly air-sealed attic floor. That's why home performance experts recommend that air-sealing improvements be combined with insulation upgrades.

When attic air sealing is combined with an attic insulation upgrade, it's possible to reduce heating and cooling costs by as much as 40%. Wouldn't you be interested in cutting your "comfort" costs nearly in half?

If you have an unfinished attic, you'll be surprised at how affordable it is to seal air leaks between your living space and the attic and upgrade attic insulation by having blown insulation installed. Both energy-saving upgrades can usually be completed in a single day.