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Crawl Space Insulation in Hudson Valley
Let our energy experts reduce energy problems from a drafty crawl space
In this video, Dr. Energy Saver solves home comfort problems caused by an unsealed, uninsulated crawl space. Watch to see how to make your crawl space more energy efficient!
Your crawl space has a bigger effect on your home than you might realize. When cold outside air coming in and up through your crawl space affects the indoors, you'll experience a decrease in home comfort – and you'll most likely end up paying more for your utilities as well.
The energy efficiency experts at Dr. Energy Saver of Hudson Valley can help upgrade your home and lower energy costs by installing insulation in your crawl space. Using high-quality insulation and dedication to perfection, we'll be sure to leave you with a more comfortable home!
Schedule a free quote for crawl space insulation! We serve customers in Middletown, Cornwall, Pine Bush and throughout the surrounding areas.
Signs of crawl space insulation problems
- The floor above the crawl space is unpleasantly cold in wintertime
- During cold weather, you have to keep the heat going nearly all the time to be comfortable in rooms directly above the crawl space
- Mice or other pests have taken up residence in fiberglass insulation installed between joists in the crawl space
- Fiberglass batt insulation has fallen out of place from between floor joists in the crawl space
- The crawl space smells moldy, has visible signs of mold, and/or is damp all the time
Many homes have the wrong type of crawl space insulation
The old-fashioned way to insulate a crawl space was to install fiberglass batt insulation between joists and vent the crawl space so outside air could circulate beneath the house. Unfortunately, this combination usually leads to the problems listed above. Fiberglass insulation doesn’t respond well to the moist conditions that can be found in a crawl space.
The cotton-like material absorbs moisture, gets soggy, compresses and loses R-value. Fiberglass batts often end up on the crawl space floor in a soggy mess. The main advantage of fiberglass insulation — low cost — is totally negated when the material ceases to perform its main function.
Benefits of insulating your crawl space with rigid foam
- Stable and reliable. Unlike fiberglass insulation, rigid foam won’t compress, fall out of place or lose its R-value over time. It's a "once-and-done" improvement.
- Effective air sealing. When joints between foam panels are taped, rigid foam stops air leaks that can waste energy. Fiberglass insulation can’t stop air movement.
- Moisture-proof. Rigid foam won’t absorb moisture or be damaged by it.
- Unfriendly to mold. Mold can’t take hold on rigid foam because it contains no organic food source and it doesn’t hold moisture.
- Better ductwork performance. Ducts located in the crawl space benefit from rigid foam installed against crawl space walls.
Rigid foam panels outperform fiberglass in the crawl space
Long-lasting. Rigid foam insulation can’t be damaged by moisture and won’t degrade in appearance or R-value over time. In a crawl space, it’s usually installed against the interior face of foundation walls.
Rigid foam insulation performs much better than fiberglass in a crawl space. This type of insulation is manufactured in panels of different thicknesses. Installers cut the panels to fit against the interior face of crawl space foundation walls. Panels are secured with adhesive or mechanical fasteners.
We typically insulate crawl space walls with
foam board insulation. This brings the crawl space inside the building envelope, which improves overall home energy performance. This will also help make rooms above the crawl space more comfortable and can help lower heating and cooling bills.
Although rigid foam insulation costs more than fiberglass insulation, it’s less expensive when you consider that you’ll never have to clean up or redo a mess of damaged, ineffective installation. Rigid foam will deliver the same performance and benefits in 15 years as it does on day #1.
Top performance. Covering the crawl space floor with TerraBlock™ insulation creates a durable thermal and moisture barrier.
TerraBlock™ insulation is flexible and strong for use on crawl space floors
Does your crawl space need insulation on the floor as well as on the walls? TerraBlock™ insulation has what it takes to handle tough crawl space conditions. It’s made from a special type of rigid foam insulation that is flexible enough to install over rough, irregular crawl space floors. Faced on both sides with durable vinyl, TerraBlock™ insulation has excellent puncture and abrasion resistance.
In addition to providing extra insulation value, TerraBlock™ creates a clean, comfortable floor for homeowners and service pros who need to move around in the crawl space.
Dr. Energy Saver of Hudson Valley is the local expert for crawl space insulation
Call 1-844-385-7838 or contact us online to schedule a free estimate for basement or crawl space insulation in Pine Bush, Middletown, Cornwall, Nyack, Warwick, Nanuet, Suffren, New Windsor, and the nearby areas. Dr. Energy Saver of Hudson Valley is your trusted insulation company serving Hudson Valley.
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