Insulation is easy for homeowners to overlook, since it’s usually out of sight. However, having solid insulation in your home is an important part of keeping it comfortable and lowering your energy bills. Find out more about the benefits of insulation and how to tell if your home has enough.
Benefits of Solid Insulation
Having the right amount of insulation in your Dayton home can help keep it feeling more comfortable in all seasons. Your home should feel warmer in winter and cooler during summer without having to rely on your heating and air-conditioning systems as much.
When you have plenty of insulation in your home, your energy bills also go down. As you use your heating system and central air conditioning system less, you won’t be paying as much to heat your home in winter and to cool it off in summer. This reduced energy usage can help you save a significant amount on your electric bills.
Having enough insulation helps protect your home from moisture. Insulation in your attic and other areas lowers the risk of having moisture condensation form in your home. This condensation can lead to moisture damage, such as mold growth and wood rot.
Signs of Solid Insulation
How can you tell if you have enough insulation in your attic, exterior walls, ducts, and other areas? When you have the right amount of insulation, your entire home stays at a comfortable temperature throughout the year. You won’t have hot or cold spots in certain areas, and you won’t have to use your HVAC system as much to cool or heat your home.
Signs that you have enough insulation also include energy bills that aren’t skyrocketing and walls and floors that feel dry and warm rather than moist or cold. A home with plenty of insulation also doesn’t have drafts from outdoor air. HVAC experts can help you determine if your home has solid insulation.
If you need additional help making sure your Dayton home has solid insulation, contact Ace Hardware Home Services. Our HVAC team can help you make your home more comfortable and more energy-efficient.
