Save Energy, Precious Natural Resources, and Our Environment.
Polyurethane Spray Foam helps conserve precious natural resources, like lumber from our forests, because the high R values of Polyurethane sprayed foam insulation allow architects to reduce the thickness of wood frame walls and ceilings, thus reducing the size of wood structural beams.
Polyurethane spray foam insulation also helps to protect our natural environment by using a new generation of blowing agents that has zero ozone depletion.
Reduce the Size of Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment
HVAC sizing can be reduced by as much as 35% without the loss of efficiency and comfort. (Source: Canadian Urethane Foam Contractors Association)
Closed-Cell Foam Is Considered a Class II Vapor Retarder
Moisture and humidity inside your home can lead to mold growth. Closed-Cell foam not only fills gaps and cracks in the building structure, but also acts as a vapor barrier to prevent moisture and humidity problems during the extreme temperature variations we experience in Minnesota.
Block the Entry of Insects and Pests
Closed-Cell, spray foam bonds and seals gaps, providing a solid barrier against insects and other pests where it is applied.
Closed-Cell Spray Foam Insulation Adds Structural Strength
The home you build will be stronger, tighter, and feel more solid in strong winds. Polyurethane spray foam insulation bonds to framing and exterior sheathing and helps to glue the structure together. A study by the NAHB demonstrated that the addition of closed cell sprayed foam insulation added a 45% increase in racking loads over conventional wood frame/fiberglass construction.
Spray Foam Makes for a Healthier Home Environment
Foam insulation makes your home healthier by reducing the amount of dust, pollen, and allergens in the air. Many customers decide on foam insulation just for the air quality advantages of foam. Foam is extremely helpful to asthma and allergy sufferers.
Reduce Drafts While Increasing Comfort
Spray foam is an effective air barrier that is commonly used to prevent drafts from windows, doors, attics, and floorboards creating a more comfortable indoor environment. Closed-Cell, spray foam also helps to completely air seal openings that may cause moisture problems.
Insulating with Spray Foam May Qualify for Utility Rebates