Blown-In Insulation in Visalia, CA

Insulation is needed to prevent heat loss and gain from structures, including your home or commercial building. One of the most convenient and cost-effective ways to ensure the comfort of your Visalia home is blown-in insulation, and the best way to ensure your satisfaction for years to come is to hire the right contractor for the installation process. The team of experienced professionals at Broken Drum Insulation of Visalia is proud to offer the finest-quality home insulation and commercial insulation products and services to residents of the Visalia area, with an emphasis on customer service and satisfaction.

Call us today at (559) 372-2960 to learn more about blown attic insulation in Visalia, or contact us online and let us know how we can help.

What is Blow-In Insulation?

This type of loose-fill insulation may be made from a variety of materials, including recycled newspaper or cardboard, but the most popular is cellulose. The insulation is chemically treated to be flame-retardant and mold-resistant; it’s a thick, dense material that is small enough to fit in tight areas and cavities. As the name implies, cellulose is derived from cellular plant material and will likely be wood- or paper-based.

Advantages of Blown Attic Insulation

The advantages of using blown-in insulation include:

• Blown-in cellulose insulation has an R-value of around 3.5 for every inch of thickness, which is comparable to fiberglass.
• Loose-fill insulation will settle and fill in areas around plumbing and electrical components.
• Blow-in insulation is the ideal solution for finished walls, as it does not require the removal of drywall.
• The installation process is much faster than with fiberglass batts, which must be individually unwrapped and laid in a continuous pattern.

The Installation Process

Blow-in insulation is a term used to describe the installation method for various types of loose-fill insulation. To insulate behind finished walls, the contractor must drill holes into each cavity through either the exterior or interior walls. Holes are typically made approximately one foot from the ceiling and three feet up from the floor and must be large enough to accommodate the blower nozzle. Blown attic insulation is applied parallel to the joists; it may be used alone or to form an additional layer over top of fiberglass insulation in order to increase the home’s R-value. The installation process involves the following steps for both types of applications:

1. The cellulose bales are fed into the hopper of the insulation blower, loosening and fluffing up the cellulose particles.
2. The blower propels the insulation through long, flexible tubing and out the application nozzle.
3. The cellulose is left to settle on its own in the wall cavities or attic floor with no added pressure.

To learn more about blown attic insulation, contact us today at (559) 372-2960 to schedule an estimate or contact us online.

Blown-In Insulation Contractors in Visalia, CA

Our team of highly trained, experienced professionals will complete your home or commercial installation efficiently and effectively to help increase comfort and decrease your heating and cooling costs.

Call Broken Drum Insulation of Visalia today at (559) 372-2960 to schedule an estimate or contact us online to learn more about our home and commercial insulation services.