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Proper insulation is important for all homes, but it is critical for houses in Michigan. From snowy, bone-chilling winters to hot and humid summers, your home certainly experiences a variety of weather conditions and temperatures over the course of a year. Insulation helps to moderate these temperature swings, protect your home, and make it easier for your HVAC system to provide comfortable indoor temperatures all year long.
But simply having insulation is not always enough. And while insulation installation may seem like a simple project, it is actually quite complex. It not only requires specialized tools and materials but also the knowledge, skill, and expertise to complete the job properly. You’ll have to choose the right kind of insulation and install it properly to ensure you enjoy the most value from it.
And that’s why it is a good idea to leave this job to professionals, like those at Schoenherr Roofing!
Having spent the last 30 years serving your friends and neighbors, Schoenherr Roofing has become the preferred choice for insulation installation in southeast and southwest Michigan. Our experienced staff will provide a seamless experience from beginning to end, ensuring that your home and family are ready for whatever weather Mother Nature has in store. We pride ourselves on providing the kind of professionalism, courtesy, and customer care that you deserve. Contact us today and see why we’ve become Michigan’s leading choice for insulation installation services.
There are a variety of insulation materials used in homes, including fiberglass insulation, fiberglass batt insulation, loose fill insulation, spray foam insulation, foam board insulation, and others. Each type has its own set of benefits and drawbacks.
However, the Schoenherr Roofing team specializes in cellulose insulation installation, and we feel that it is the best choice for the majority of Michigan homes. Efficient, cost-effective, and eco-friendly, it provides the best way to keep your home’s temperature comfortable when temperatures plummet or soar.
Let our experts answer any questions you have about cellulose insulation installation at a free consultation.
Most types of insulation are pretty effective and do things like block cold air from entering your home by preventing air leakage, but cellulose insulation is likely the best type of insulation material available to modern homeowners. In fact, cellulose insulation provides a number of important benefits when compared to fiberglass batts and other alternatives, including:
Cellulose insulation consists of millions of tiny fibers that trap small pockets of air. These air pockets help to prevent air leaks and slow the rate at which your home’s temperature changes, which in turn helps to take some of the strain off your HVAC system. This results in longer HVAC lifespans, reduced power bills, and more comfortable temperatures.
Because cellulose insulation contains tiny air pockets, it also helps to muffle and reduce noises. This means that external noises, ranging from vehicular traffic to wind to barking dogs, will be quieter, and because insulation should also be installed inside the walls of your home, things like TVs, dishwashers, and radios won’t be heard as well in other rooms.
Because of the benefits insulation provides, most homebuyers are willing to spend more money on homes that feature proper installation. This is especially true of homes that have new insulation installed, as old insulation often loses its effectiveness over time (and some types of old insulation may even be harmful).
Cellulose insulation is actually surprisingly fire-resistant, thanks to some of its key characteristics and the way its treated. For example, the fibers are very densely packed, which helps to smother fires and deprive them of oxygen. Additionally, the fibers are often coated in fire retardants (such as boric acid), which prevent them from igniting.
Cellulose insulation is one of the most environmentally friendly insulation options available, as it is made from recycled wood fibers, naturally decomposes into non-hazardous materials, and requires less energy to produce than fiberglass batt insulation and some other types of insulation. Additionally, because it helps to maintain the temperatures inside your home well, it means your HVAC system uses less energy too.
Cellulose insulation is quite affordable when compared to some other insulation materials, and because it is quite effective at maintaining the temperatures inside your home, it also helps reduce your heating and cooling costs. It also lasts for about 20 to 30 years, which means you’ll get value from it for decades to come.
While Schoenherr Roofing offers insulation installation services for new construction projects, we also offer insulation installation for retrofit projects. In other words, we can upgrade your home’s existing insulation layer to help ensure your home remains comfortable all year long.
Typically, this requires a two-step process, which begins with an inspection of your home’s current insulation materials and the selective removal of any that have become old and worn out. We’ll then install new insulation as needed to bring your home up to current standards.
With that said, there are cases in which we wouldn’t need to remove any of your home’s existing insulation. In these cases, we’ll simply add more insulation to keep your home comfortable and energy efficient.
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No matter what kind of storm damage your roof has suffered, the Schoenherr Roofing team implements a simple process designed to help repair your home quickly, efficiently, and affordably. The process unfolds in four key steps:
All of our insulation installation projects begin with a consultation and inspection. We’ll examine the insulation currently inside your home (including the attic, basement, crawlspaces, and walls), and then ask you about your desires and preferences to ensure we provide the kind of insulation solution you need.
After performing our preliminary investigation and discussing your insulation goals, our installation professional will develop a comprehensive solution. He or she will then present this plan to you, along with an itemized estimate that identifies all of the costs for labor and materials.
Once you’ve approved our project plan, our team of insulation installation professionals will get to work. They’ll remove any existing insulation as needed, properly dispose of it, and then add new insulation materials. While doing so, the crew will treat your home and family with the respect, courtesy, and professionalism Schoenherr Roofing customers have come to expect.
Once our installers have finished installing insulation to your home, they will pack up all of their tools, excess materials, and equipment and begin finishing up the process. As a final step, one of our team members will conduct a walkthrough, so that you can see how the work was performed and ensure you are completely satisfied.
Having insulation installed is a serious project – even when the area being insulated is relatively small. That’s why it is critical to choose professional insulation installers who can get the job done right. Schoenherr Roofing will certainly provide the kind of results you deserve, and we try to stand out from the competition in several key ways:
Every member of the Schoenherr Roofing team is committed to providing each and every one of our customers with attentive, professional service. This not only means doing the little things, like showing up on time and returning calls promptly, but also going above and beyond to provide the kind of results our clients deserve.
Insulation installation can involve relatively significant upfront costs, so we offer flexible financing options to help defray some of these initial costs. This allows you to make small and convenient monthly payments over time, rather than having to pay for the entire project up front, in one lump sum.
We never consider a job complete until we’re sure that our customers are completely satisfied with the work. Simply put, we will make sure that you are pleased with the materials we’ve used and the overall result of our efforts, or we’ll do whatever it takes to make you happy.
Still have questions about insulation installation in Michigan? Curious about some of the finer points of cellulose insulation? We’ve gathered some of the most common questions customers have about installing insulation below.
There are a variety of different insulation materials available to modern homeowners, ranging from structural insulated panels to spray foam to foam boards. However, Schoenherr Roofing typically recommends installing cellulose insulation, as it is likely the most effective material.
While the precise locations you’ll want to have insulated vary a bit from case to case, it is typically important to have insulation installed in your wall cavities, around window and door frames, the underside of your roof, in between the attic floor joists, between your wall studs, and inside your basement walls.
The costs associated with insulation installation vary based on the insulating material used (i.e. batt insulation, loose cellulose, etc.), the amount of space you need insulated, whether you need a vapor barrier installed, and the accessibility of the location to be insulated. However, most insulation installation projects cost between $1.50 and $2.50 per square foot.
Yes – it is entirely possible to install insulation incorrectly. For starters, there are safety issues involved with insulation installation, ranging from potential exposure to hazardous materials to fire safety issues. There’s also the fact that many people fall through their ceiling or attic floor each year, while trying to work in an attic.
Safety aspects aside, it is also possible to install the insulation improperly. For example, you may neglect to install a vapor barrier. This may lead to the premature breakdown of the material or reduce its efficacy.
For all of these reasons and more professional installation is generally recommended.
It depends on the condition of your existing insulation. If your insulation is still in good condition, it is generally acceptable to add new insulation without removing the old material. However, if the old insulation is moldy, damp, damaged, or infested with pests, it will usually be necessary to remove it before adding new insulation.
Most insulation is designed to last about 20 years (though cellulose insulation may last up to 30 years), so it will generally be wise to replace it at this point. If you aren’t sure whether your insulation is still effective, contact Schoenherr Roofing and one of our insulation technicians will be happy to inspect it and provide a recommendation.
Yes, it is possible to over insulate an attic. In fact, installing too much insulation material can cause your attic to overheat, develop moisture problems, or even damage your roof. This is one of the many reasons that professional insulation installation is highly recommended.
While excessive amounts of insulation can be harmful, you usually won’t run into problems by selecting insulation material with an R-value in excess of what is typically recommended for your area. With that said, it may cause you to spend more money than is necessary to keep your home comfortable.
You theoretically can install your own insulation, but that’s generally not recommended. There are not only safety issues to consider (including both potentially hazardous materials and fire-safety considerations), but you may also install the insulation improperly. This can lead to poor efficiency, which places additional strain on your HVAC system.
Some kinds of insulation, such as fiberglass batts and some types of foam insulation are specifically designed to be attached to wall studs. However, this is obviously not possible with all varieties, as loose fill insulation and spray foam insulation obviously can’t be stapled to wall studs.
Unlike batt insulation, which requires you to be able to access the framing in your home, blown in insulation and spray foam can both be installed inside existing wall cavities (such as inside your basement walls).
Because home insulation is so important for protecting your house and keeping your family comfortable, it’s important to rely on the professionals at Schoenherr Roofing to carry out the installation process. We’ve been serving clients in the Michigan area for more than 30 years and have built a reputation in the community for providing excellent work and unbeatable customer service. Whether you need insulation added to a new room addition or an existing crawl space, our professionals will complete the work in a timely and professional manner and treat you with the respect and courtesy you deserve. When you combine all of this with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, it is easy to see why we’ve become the go-to choice in southeast and southwest Michigan.
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