Determining Insulation Effectiveness
Been thinking of ways to save money and live more comfortably this winter—and all year long? Installing insulation is one way to maximize energy savings and improve interior comfort levels. But how much can insulation save you? How effective is …
Best Insulation for Exterior Walls
Do you need to insulate the walls of your home? Because the exterior walls are some of the most significant sources of energy loss in homes, it’s essential that they are properly insulated. But what type of insulation should be …
Will Insulation Make My House Warmer?
With winter well on the way (indeed, it’s already started to snow in certain parts of the country—and it’s blustery and brutally cold here in Chicagoland), you’re probably thinking of ways to make your home warmer. There are ways to …
Batt vs. Blown-In Insulation
If you need to re-insulate your house, you’ve probably been doing your research. As you perhaps can tell, there are many different materials (fiberglass, cellulose, etc.) and methods of installation (blown-in, spray, etc.). Sometimes materials are even installed multiple ways. …
Insulation & Heat Transfer
Perhaps you know that your attic or other areas in your home are insulated—but do you know what insulation does? Insulation’s job is to stop the transfer of heat. If your home is well insulated, it stays warm in the …
What Is Blanket Insulation?
Do you need to increase the energy efficiency of your home? Insulation is one way to do this. Whether you’ve been talking to insulation contractors or doing research online, you may have come across the term “blanket insulation.” What is …
Why You Should Insulate Your Attic
As one of the most significant sources of energy loss in a home, the attic is an important place to insulate. Nobody likes to deal with increasing utility bills. But if your attic isn’t properly insulated, your HVAC system has …
What Is the Best Type of Insulation for a House?
Do you need to insulate your home? If you’ve been doing some research, you may know that there are several types of insulation—so which one is best?
Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation
Do you need to insulate your home? You have a few different options—there are several insulation materials available. Spray foam is one such option. Contact ThermaSeal/Lakeside Insulation if you need an insulation company in the Chicago area—or keep reading to …
Stay Warm & Save Money at Home
Although March is just a few weeks away, winter isn’t over yet! Fortunately, there are ways to save energy and stay warm in your home. You don’t have to compromise your comfort to save money during the cold season. How …
