Homes that receive insulation upgrades through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR are more comfortable.  They’re cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

• High performance insulation, good air sealing procedures, and proper installation make insulation perform at optimum levels.
• Efficiency of the insulation is measured in R-value – the higher the R-value the greater the insulating effect.
• Greater insulation levels in walls, floors, or attics result in better energy performance and lower electric bills.
• Insulation acts as a sound buffer, so you can enjoy a quieter home.

Different high-performance insulation products are used for various applications.

• Cellulose insulation is an excellent insulator made from recycled newsprint treated with a fire retardant.  It provides great coverage, filling in gaps often left between insulation batts and ceiling and wall joists.
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• Spray foam insulation can be one of several products, generally polyurethane or polyisocyanurate.  These are environmentally safe synthetic foams that fill in gaps and holes, have excellent insulation values and block air movement.
• Fiberglass batts are the most common form of insulation.  The batts have to be installed very carefully to avoid leaving gaps that become leakage paths for air.

Whichever type of insulation is used in upgrading your home, you can be sure that Freedom Solar Energy a BPI Accredited Contractor will properly install the product so it operates at its rated performance levels providing you with year round comfort and savings.

To get your home tested and improved by Freedom Solar Energy an accredited Building Performance Institute contractor, call

908-642-8394