Prevent Heat Loss Easily
Keeping your building well insulated is the best way to prevent heat loss. This will keep the interior temperature at a comfortable level and help you save money on your energy bills. Heat transfer occurs through conduction, convection and radiation. Insufficient insulation allows these processes to occur and will reduce the efficiency of your heating system. The good news is that there are several easy steps you can take to reduce heat loss in your Overland Park home.
Wall Insulation
Inadequate wall attic insulation is a major source of heat loss. It is recommended that the top floor ceiling and the side walls have a minimum of 6 inches of fiberglass insulation. The attic space should also be insulated. It is recommended that there be 3.5 to 4 inches of insulation on the attic floor and the attic sidewalls. Gaps in attic insulation should be sealed with caulking and weather stripping.
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Unless you have finished your basement, it is likely that there is minimal insulation in the basement area. This is a source of thermal energy loss that affects the rooms above it. This causes your HVAC system to work harder to maintain a comfortable temperature and can lead to higher energy costs.
Windows/Doors
Even if your windows are double pane, they can still allow heat to escape from your house through the gaps in their frames and sealants. The use of clear plastic window insulating kits significantly cuts down drafts and heat loss.
Keystone Premier Spray Foam Insulation
8 Azalea Dr, Windsor, PA 17366, United States
717-501-3718
