How New Attic Insulation Can Save You Money and Improve Your Home Comfort

Do you sometimes feel like your air conditioner (or heating system) is The Little Engine That Could? Your HVAC (Heating, Venting, Air Conditioning) system is working its little heart out, but just can’t seem to make you comfortable. It’s like you can literally hear it saying “I think I can, I think I can” while it goes nonstop trying to keep you cool (or warm).

When your heating and air conditioning system is struggling, it is exerting more energy, costing more money, and you may not be reaping any of the benefits. So how do you fix the problem?

Attic insulation.

Really, attic insulation could be the answer to your problems. For most homes, the attic is the where houses lose the majority of your cool air during the summer and heat during the heating season. Installing insulation in your attic, or adding new, more efficient insulation to your attic, can help trap the heat in your home and keep it from being released through the roof.

Attic insulation can help you reduce energy use in your home, and therefore save you money on your energy bills. How much you could save depends on multiple things, including your family’s routines, if you have a smart thermostat, and the type of air conditioning and heating system installed in your home. Often, it’s estimated you could save up to 20% on utility bills when you add the suggested amount of attic insulation.

 

You might say, “I already have insulation, why would I want to add any?” If it’s older insulation, it is possible that it isn’t to the EPA standards for energy efficiency, and has most likely compressed, losing its effectiveness. If you want to have your attic insulation evaluated, or are contemplating installing or adding new insulation, give Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning a call and we’ll give you a free attic insulation assesment and provide insulation information and review your available options.