Attics Plus Provides Tips on Choosing the Insulation Type

Aurora, Canada, 11/25/2012 / SubmitMyPR /

With the winter beginning in Toronto, it is imperative that customers insulate their houses to feel warm and comfortable in the freezing weather. An insulated house increases energy efficiency and helps reduce the electricity bills.

Attics Plus, a division of Chouinard Bros provides a cost-effective solution and certified attic insulation services in Toronto for any property. The resources team from Attic Plus shared tips on choosing the insulation type so that customers can make an informed decision.

Insulation of a house depends on the structure of the roof, moisture levels depending on the air supply through ventilation. Blown insulation is used when a house needs to be insulated for the first time. An Attics Plus professional evenly blows loose particles into the attic and other cavities in the wall. The cavities can be inside or outside the house and need to be covered for effective insulation.

There are three types of blown insulation – Fibreglass, mineral wool and cellulose insulation. Fibreglass insulation is the most common as it consists of tiny particles of fibreglass. Mineral wool is made of particles from rock and steel. Cellulose insulation is made of chemically treated newspaper and cardboard, which are resistant to fire and insects.

Michelle Chouinard, owner at Attics Plus said, "We want our customers to understand the need for attic insulation services in Toronto. We have a resource section that consists of all information about the insulation and ventilation. Many of our customers believe that insulation is an easy process and can be done by themselves. What they need to realise is that Attics Plus experts can identify and locate cracks that are not visible to the naked eye. These trained professionals will see the roof structure and note the ventilation system and then give professional advice. We want our customers to have an energy efficient home."

An Attic Plus professional will inspect the property and give advice on the material and amalgamation of materials that will successfully insulate the attic. An insulated attic reduces the humidity, maintains extreme temperatures, releases trapped heat and prevents condensation. The house is protected from further wall cavities, increasing electricity bills and blocks the ways for insects and rodents.

A subsidiary of Chouinard Bros, Canada’s leading roofing company, Attics Plus has been in this industry for over two decades. Attics Plus provides a whole range of attic insulation services in Toronto such as attic ventilation, attic insulation and moisture level maintenance. Customers can contact via telephone at (905) 479-8300 or 1-855-270-2447 or through email: [email protected]