Fiberglass

Fiberglass Insulation Replacement in Forest Lake, MN

Fiberglass Insulation in the Minneapolis and St. Paul Area

“By Far the Best Out There”

“I have an older home that needed the old insulation removed and new foam insulation put in. Gunner was by far the best out there. I will defiantly use them again and recommend them to me friends and family.”

— Frank W.

Fiberglass Batt and Roll Insulation for Walls and Ceilings


Blanket insulation is the most common and widely available type of insulation; it comes in either batts or rolls. Batts are made to fit between the wood studs that form your walls, were as continuous rolls can be hand-cut and trimmed to fit as needed. They are available with or without facings, (such as Kraft paper or foil) to act as a vapor barrier. A facing also helps facilitate fastening the fiberglass batts to the stud walls during installation.

To maintain your homes comfort level; the heat lost in the winter must be replaced by your heating system, and the heat gained in the summer must be removed by your cooling system. Properly insulating your home will decrease this heat flow by providing an effective resistance to the flow of heat. Installing more insulation in your home increases the R-value and the resistance to heat flow. In general, increased insulation thickness will proportionally increase the R-value.

An insulating material’s resistance to conductive heat flow is measured or rated in terms of its thermal resistance or R-value -- the higher the R-Value, the greater the insulating effectiveness. The R-Value depends on the type of insulation, its thickness, and its density. When calculating the R-value of a multilayered installation, add the R-Values of the individual layers.

Unless your home was specially constructed for energy efficiency, you can probably reduce your energy bills by adding more insulation. Many older homes have less insulation than homes built today, but even adding insulation to a newer home can pay for itself within a few years.

EcoTouch® PINK® Fiberglass™ Insulation by Owens Corning


EcoTouch® PINK® Fiberglas™ Insulation is also a safe and effective way to provide year-round comfort. It's formaldehyde-free, contains more than 99% natural ingredients, and is certified to have a minimum of 58% total recycled content. Owens Corning fiberglass insulation is made in R-values from 11 to 49 and is available in thicknesses from 3½ to 14 inches.

EcoTouch® Insulation is preferred by 2 out of 3 professional installers over all fiberglass insulation competitors for ease of handling and installation. *
  • Easier to cut and split with less dust than other fiberglass insulation products*
  • Faster to install than other fiberglass insulation products*
  • Designed to completely fill the cavity, eliminating gaps and the need for additional handwork*
  • Certified to include a minimum of 58% total recycled content **
  • Greenguard verified to be Formaldehyde free
*According to the 2010 clinical trial conducted in Toronto, Canada by Ducker Worldwide on behalf of OC Insulating Systems, LLC.

**Certified by Scientific Certifications Systems to have a minimum of 58 percent recycled glass content with at least 36 percent post-consumer recycled and the balance pre-consumer recycled glass content.

Insulating with Fiberglass, What You Should Know


The Recommended R-Values for Fiberglass Insulation

Insulation levels are specified by R-Value, a measure of insulation’s ability to resist heat traveling through it. The higher the R-Value, the thicker the fiberglass is and the better it performs.

How Does Fiberglass Insulation Work?

To understand how fiberglass insulation works, it helps to understand the three basic properties of heat flow: conduction, convection, and radiation.

Benefits of Air Sealing Before Installing Fiberglass

Reducing air infiltration is an effective way to cut energy costs; before installing fiberglass insulation to increase your home’s comfort level and create a healthier living environment.

There Are 3 Popular Options for "Pull Back and Spray" Attic Insulation

Gunner Insulation offers a very effective way to increase the energy efficiency of your attic called “Pull Back and Spray” which combines the best benefits of Spray Foam and Fiberglass insulation.

Best

Remove all insulation, Spray Foam, and add Fiberglass or Cellulose. When you choose the “BEST,” we guarantee maximum rebates.

  • Add vent chutes (or repair existing as needed)
  • Air-seal all accessible bypasses with spray foam
  • Add 2" closed-cell spray foam (R-14) over the entire attic floor
  • Add fiberglass or cellulose insulation (R-36) and cover over spray foam – bring attic up to R-50
  • Add R-38 fiberglass or cellulose batt to the attic access panel

Good

Spray Foam, then add Fiberglass or Cellulose Insulation
  • Add vent chutes (or repair existing as needed)
  • Air-seal all accessible bypasses with spray foam
  • Add 2" closed-cell spray foam (R-14) 3 feet around the perimeter of the attic
  • Add fiberglass or cellulose insulation and cover over spray foam – bring attic up to R-50
  • Add R-38 fiberglass or cellulose batt to the attic access panel

Basic

Add fiberglass or cellulose insulation
  • Add vent chutes (or repair existing as needed)
  • Air-seal all accessible bypasses with spray foam
  • Add fiberglass or cellulose insulation – bring attic up to R-50
  • Add R-38 fiberglass or cellulose batt to the attic access panel

We Carry the Insulation That Will Satisfy Your Needs

You will notice the difference!

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