Based on our email, this is one of the most popular questions homeowners ask before buying insulation. The answer is that the 'best' type of insulation depends on: how much insulation is needed, the ...

For blown-in loose fill insulation, each bag of insulating material using by the contractor should be marked with an R-value for the area to be covered. Although these figures may differ among ...

The National Building Code -Alberta Edition requires an R-value of R22 (RSI 3.08) for all above ground framed walls. Your choice of wall assembly and insulation is far more important in protecting ...

The effectiveness of insulation is measured by its R-value, which indicates resistance to heat flow. Insulation types with higher R-values offer better performance. For attic walls, the ...

First, let’s discuss the most common types of insulation ... Interested in increasing the R-value in your attic? You can save energy with blown in insulation. Fiberglass batts offer the easiest ...