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Quality Insulation Services from Spray Foam & Cellulose

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  A big heating bill can result from the lack or type of insulation in your home. It’s essential to address this issue as your heat and AC bill make up 40 percent of your energy use each month. You can find quality insulation services at affordable prices using both spray foam and cellulose. Here are the benefits of spray foam versus cellulose : Spray Foam This type of insulation does a better job at keeping your home at an even temperature. The foam itself lines interior surfaces and reduces the need for weather-stripping. Spray foam has a higher R-value, prevents mold, and serves as a water and air vapor barrier for roofing. It even provides insulation from sound. However, the cost is more, and government regulators recommend a professional handle the installation. Cellulose Cellulose is made of discarded newsprint chopped into tiny pieces. It fills the cavities between the walls of the house and does an excellent job of maintaining a comfortable temperature. And it c...

Introducing Our Family Insulation Company — McGlaughlin Spray Foam Insulation

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  Ours is a family insulation company with more than 30 years of residential and commercial experience behind us. We use spray foam and cellulose, which are efficient and come with high R-values. This is because we want our customers to stay warm and toasty all winter long and cool and comfortable in the summer. Our founder is Richard “Dik” McGlaughlin, who established the company after being laid off from his computer industry job in 1987. Ben began working at the company and took his father’s place after Dik passed on in 2015. Under Ben’s leadership, we’ve become an NCFI-certified insulation installer. We’ve found polyurethane spray foam and cellulose offer a high number of benefits, which is why we offer both choices to our customers. Here’s a breakdown of the differences: Spray Foam Insulation – This type of insulation does offer greater insulating power with its higher R-value. It prevents mold and serves to keep out sound. But, it does cost more than cellulose. Cel...