Spray Foam Insulation

Polyurethane foam systems are closed-cell, offering a superior effective R-value of over 6.0 per inch. The benefits of this system are:

• A stronger home or business building

  • Spray-applied closed-cell polyurethane foam is the only insulation material that adds structural integrity throughout the wall system. Testing conducted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center and the Canadian Construction Materials Centre shows spray-applied polyurethane foam insulation between wood- and steel-stud wall panels increased rack and shear strength two to three times, compared with standard stick-built components with glass fiber insulation when sprayed onto gypsum wallboard and vinyl siding, and increased racking strength when sprayed onto oriented strandboard (OSB).

• Less air leakage (see "Common Problems")

  • Our polyurethane foam wall systems have been tested and are certified to be an air barrier at an application of 1-inch thickness. Once applied, our wall systems are fully-adhered and do not allow air to flow around, behind or through the insulation system. Most open-cell foams have not been tested and therefore do not qualify as air barrier systems. One open-cell foam manufacturer’s product requires an application of 5.5 inches to pass the minimum requirements of the air barrier test.

• Lower cost of home or business ownership, a return on investment, and savings on heating and cooling bills

  • Reduce your energy bills for as long as you own your home or business.

  • An insulation system upgrade will return your initial investment in just a few years. Take these savings and reinvest the dollars in other projects.

  • Compared with conventional insulation, the savings in heating and cooling can be considerable - up to 40%..

• A sprayed application

  • The spray foam insulation system conforms to your building's specific requirement. No more struggling with fiberglass batts that do not fit well in tight spaces or around plumbing and electrical fixtures, and that allow air leaks you cannot correct once installed and covered with wall board.

  • Spray foam is permanent application. If applied correctly, it will not deteriorate.

• Safe for your home

  • Our spray foam wall system uses inert ingredients and does not emit Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Off-gassing from this product has been measured at 0.000 parts per million.

• Reduces the potential for mold

  • Mold requires three things to grow: moisture, warm temperatures, and a food source. Polyurethane foam insulation has no nutritional value and is not considered a food source for mold. The use of polyurethane as insulation eliminates condensing surfaces and reduces the potential to accumulate moisture. It also eliminates air movement within the wall cavity. Other insulations are less successful at controlling air infiltration and providing adequate insulation to eliminate condensing surfaces, thus increasing the possibility of an environment susceptible to mold. Closed-cell foam is approved by FEMA for use in flood regions.

• Reduces pests

  • The spray foam insulation system will also seal out pests, like insects and rodents.