Every home requires insulation, and the right choice will make a significant difference in your home’s energy efficiency. Quality insulation will save on utility costs and increase the comfort level enjoyed within the home. For most, InSoFast EPS insulation panels are the best choice for remodels, new builds, and even commercial construction projects!
In order to help you make an informed decision, let’s consider all the common insulation methods: fiberglass batting and rolls, spray foam insulation, foam boards, and radiant barriers.
Fiberglass Batting and Rolls
Fiberglass insulation is usually inexpensive and fairly easy to do yourself. It generally lies inside the open space of a wooden frame. However, it absorbs water, leading to rot, mildew, and mold. It will also settle over time, lessening its effectiveness. The wood frame is also a problem because thermal bridging occurs at every stud.
Spray Foam Insulation
This insulation is best used in hard to access places in finished areas. It involves a professional coming in to spray liquid polyurethane which will then cure. While highly effective, it’s expensive, messy, and definitely not DIY friendly.
Rigid Foam Panels or Foam Board
Foam boards work well for practically any flat surface – including floors, ceilings, and walls. They protect from thermal bridging around wooden studs and can be applied both inside and outside. This type of insulation is preferred by Do-It-Yourselfers because of the ease of installation and the fact that it performs better over time than many other insulation options. The best choice within this category is InSoFast insulation panels.
Radiant or Reflective Barrier
Most appropriate for warmer climates, reflective/radiant barriers are not measured by R-values because they function differently than other insulation methods. This insulation is placed in roofs and attics to prevent heat from passing into the home.
The Choice Is Clear
InSoFast insulation panels employ Expanded Polystyrene, closed-cell, injection-molded foam. Within this foam are embedded non-ferrous studs every 16” o.c. The panels connect together via tongue-and-groove notches on the edges of the panels for an airtight and foolproof fit. Not only is the continuous insulation airtight and strong, it’s also easy to install and mitigates the thermal bridging experienced with wood framing.
Using InSoFast insulation panels also eliminates the problem of moisture. A common issue within structures, moisture trapped within walls can lead to mildew and mold. InSoFast insulation panels include built-in moisture channels designed to wick away moisture from the walls and prevent it from becoming trapped within them.
If you’re looking for a DIY-friendly insulation solution, InSoFast insulation products check that box as well. The connections are tight and mistake-proof; the panels are light and stackable; and the only tools you’ll need include a utility knife, a saw, a caulking gun, and some construction adhesive.
As you evaluate the types of insulation available for your home, InSoFast insulation panels should stand out as the best choice for a DIY-friendly option that is cost and energy effective! Constructed in South Dakota, Idaho, Massachusetts, and Minnesota, our American-made insulation products ship free to locations within the contiguous United States. Call (888) 501-7899 if you prefer phone assistance, or use our website for easily accessed instructions, ordering, and even examples of uses!
