Insulation Tips for Spring
If you wish your home were more energy-efficient, adding insulation in spring is a great way to help lower your heating bills. It offers many other benefits as well, though proper installation is required for the best results. Benefits of Adding …
Is My Insulation Working?
If you aren’t sure if your existing insulation is working, there are a variety of signs you can look for to identify potential problem areas in your home. It’s always a great idea to call a home insulation expert to help you …
Insulating Your Attic in the Winter
If you wish your home were more energy-efficient, adding attic insulation in winter is a great way to help lower your heating bills. It offers many other benefits as well, though proper installation is required for the best results. Benefits …
What Insulation Is Best for Metal Buildings?
If you recently purchased a warehouse, shed or other metal structure in Chicago, the quality of the insulation may not have occurred to you. However, if you want your building to last generations, you must make insulation a top priority. …
What to Do When Your Insulation Gets Wet
Conditions are often rainy and humid in Chicago. While moisture has benefits, such as helping plants grow, high humidity does have side effects: The water can get inside your home and damage your insulation. Has this happened to you? Here’s …
Does Insulation Have Asbestos?
If you are a homeowner or are considering purchasing a home, the thought that your insulation may contain asbestos can be quite unsettling. There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to insulation—and it can be hard to tell what may …
What Is Insulation R-Value?
If you are considering ways to increase the energy efficiency and performance of your home, insulation should certainly be on your list of potential solutions. There are plenty of things to consider as you research insulation, and perhaps the biggest …
When Should I Replace My Insulation?
Your home’s insulation is perhaps the best line of defense for preventing your cold and warm air from escaping your home. If your home has inadequate or outdated insulation, you could be experiencing increased energy costs as well as adding …
Best Uses for Spray Foam Insulation
Whether you’re building a new home, re-insulating your current home or starting a project as a local Chicago builder, spray foam insulation is one of the best choices available for long-lasting indoor comfort. But with so many options for insulation …
What Are Gypsum Floors?
At ThermaSeal / Lakeside Insulation, we install USG brand Levelrock floors and floor underlayments. But what is gypsum flooring, and why is it a better choice than traditional concrete? Keep reading to find out! What Is Gypsum Flooring? Gypsum is …
