At 5 Star Performance Installation, Inc., safety is our first priority. We are often asked about the flammability of insulation in regards to recessed lighting. Having canned lights in the ceiling establishes a clean and modern look for any room, but they can make insulating the attics above them a challenge. What type of insulation […]
When insulation gets wet, it can cause problems. A leading problem is mold, which you don’t want to have in your home, as it’s associated with breathing problems. However, whether moisture is a problem or not is highly dependent on what kind of insulation you have. Some insulation types are more absorbent than others. The […]
Summer’s back and the temps are high—and they’re going to stay high for quite a while! But that doesn’t mean you have to sweat it out. It also doesn’t mean you have to pay too much for good air conditioning. Your home’s insulation can make or break the effectiveness of your HVAC system. If you […]
Does your home stay warm and comfortable even when the temperatures drop outside? If you answered in the affirmative, then you have insulation to thank for that. Insulation isn’t a new thing—builders from across the world have turned to insulation to keep homes well guarded against outdoor conditions for centuries. The materials have varied throughout […]
Proper insulation is one of the most important aspects of house construction. The insulation helps keep warm air inside and cold air out during the winter, while the opposite occurs during the hot summer months. Insulating material installed throughout the walls, around the doors and in the attic can keep energy cost low and take […]
Cellulose is an environmentally friendly insulation material, which is one of the many reasons why it’s a great option for homes. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation going around about this material. Below we dispel some common myths about cellulose insulation in Sacramento, CA. Myth #1: Settled cellulose insulation loses original R-value It’s a common […]
It’s important for homeowners to choose their insulation materials wisely to ensure comfort and effectiveness for years to come. Take spray foam insulation, for example—once installed, you’ll notice your house staying cool in the summer and warm in the winter for longer without having to run the air conditioner or heater all the time. Here […]
Many older buildings in cities all across the country are made of brick, and unfortunately weren’t insulated during their time of construction. During renovations, it may seem like a good idea to start insulating a brick building from the inside, but that might be a huge mistake. This is due to the fact that the […]
Many homeowners don’t realize that insulation and humidity are deeply connected. Improving upon one directly affects the other. Unfortunately, this means that the opposite is true as well, which people often learn the hard way. The most common problem occurs when insulation isn’t installed correctly, which can lead to an extensive amount of water damage. […]
By their very nature, agricultural buildings—like those used for equipment, animals or grain storage—are hard to insulate through traditional means. Their large scale and open floor plans make them almost impossible to insulate with roll insulation and spray-in materials won’t stick to the siding and roofing materials without being closed in. Until fairly recently, many […]