Insulation is important for any house. But especially so for the basement of your house, and even more for houses situated in certain areas. There are tonnes of important functions basement insulation serves, and disasters it can prevent. This guide will take you through the ins and outs of why exactly proper basement insulation is important, and some of the different types that might be available to you. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the vital importance of basement insulation in your Central Ontario house.
WHAT IS INSULATION?
Insulation is a layer of special material that's added to various surfaces for various reasons. Insulation around a wire, for example, prevents the electrical current from coming into contact with anything it shouldn't. The type of insulation we'll be discussing here—building insulation—serves several different purposes at once.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF INSULATION
There are a number of different common types of building insulation. Depending on the area of the house is insulated, the location of the house in question, and the primary intended purpose of the insulation, different types may be preferable. The most common types of insulation include
fiberglass insulation
batt insulation
blown insulation
foam insulation
THE IMPORTANCE OF BASEMENT INSULATION
If you're in the Central Ontario area, especially close to the lake, you're likely to receive a lot of snow in the wintertime. This can be problematic for a few different reasons. First, it will mean your home will be particularly cold, but not only that, but it will also be prone to excess dampness and moisture. These may sound like small issues, however, they can cause serious damage—both to your home and your pocket.
1. IT HELPS TO SAVE YOU MONEY
Did you know that properly insulating your house can save you untold amounts on your heating bill each year? Ontario in the winter is a cold place to be—there's no denying that. So, obviously, you'll need to be running your heating system while you're home. However, with the extra protection insulation gives you, you'll feel much warmer inside and not require quite as much help from your heater. In some estimates, you can save as much as 30% on your utilities, that's not an insignificant amount.
2. PROTECTS AGAINST GROUND MOISTURE
Excess snow can lead to excess ground moisture. By properly insulating your basement, you can prevent the moisture from getting through to the inside of your home. This will help to stop the spread of mold and mildew.
3. OFFERS EXTRA NOISE INSULATION
Another great property of insulation is the great sound insulation it provides. Even in your basement, you might appreciate being isolated from outside sounds. Likewise, if you want to watch the game, practice an instrument, or do some DIY down there, you won't disturb the neighbors.
INSULATE YOUR BASEMENT TODAY
If you're looking for basement insulation services, look no further than Soundseals Insulation. We've got the local knowledge, expertise, and experience to provide you with world-class service—whatever your insulation needs may be. Give us a call today to see how we can help.