Attic Insulation

Your Professional Attic Insulation Contractor in Georgetown is VK Roofing

Georgetown insulation installers

You can make your home more energy efficient with proper attic insulation. There’s more to a roof than simply keeping the moisture out. Attic insulation plays a key role in a healthy roof system. It can:

  • decrease heating and cooling costs (up to 20%)
  • prevent mould growth in attic spaces
  • increase the longevity of the roof deck & shingles
  • improve airflow throughout the home

In 2017, the Ontario Building Code updated the minimum home insulation values to R60. If your house is older than 2017 and you have not upgraded your attic insulation since then, then your home is not properly insulated. Professional attic insulation companies like VK Roofing are knowledgeable and understand what is the best insulation for attic applications.

Signs Your Home Needs Insulation Replacement

When your attic insulation is correct, it will keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. However, many Georgetown homes are not adequately insulated or have had insulation disrupted over the years. Here are some signs that indicate you might need an attic insulation upgrade:

  • Increased utility bills: Poor insulation will not control airflow, which will force your HVAC equipment to work harder and use more energy.
  • Fluctuating temperature: Varying temperatures throughout the home can be an indicator that attic insulation has decreased.
  • Drafty Home: Unusual air movement in your the home can be a sign that air is not sealed within the attic space.
  • Icicles and Ice Damming: when attic insulation fails to keep the heat contained in the wintertime, it will escape and heat the snow. This snow will turn to water and then refreeze on your gutters forming icicles or, more concerning, ice dams.
  • Mould Growth/Moisture: Mould in your attic can be a sign that cooler and warmer air is mixing creating moisture. If attic insulation is installed correctly, along with proper ventilation, cold and warm air should not mix and moisture will not build up.

Just like our roofing installation process, our attic insulation installation technique is careful and thorough:

  • Conscientious work from prep to clean up
  • Your home is our first concern
  • Drop sheets are placed in any area where workers will be present
  • Attic space is prepared by removing any old or ineffective baffles and installing new ones where necessary
  • A weather strip is added to the attic hatch to ensure there are no gaps for air loss
  • Styrofoam Sheet Insulation is adhered to the attic hatch to prevent air loss
  • Our installers add rulers to ensure an even R-value is blown into the entire space for optimal insulation
  • Insulation is blown into the attic space to bring the R-value up to R60, as required by the Ontario Building Code
  • We remove any garbage and all debris is vacuumed from the home
  • A final inspection ensures that everything has been cleaned and put back where it was before the crew arrived

Did you know?

Your attic insulation upgrade can be completed in conjunction with your roof installation! This is the perfect time as the attic is accessible via the roof deck, eliminating the need for equipment and installers entering your home. Please contact us for your free no-obligation quote.

We are the top attic insulation company. Reach out to us to obtain a complimentary quote without any obligation

 We believe you will decide that VK Roofing is the best attic insulation contractor for you.

Ice-Dam-illustration

Poor insulation and ventilation causes ice dams, resulting in damaged roofing and leaks (click to enlarge)

Venting-illustration

Adequate, balanced ventilation ensures long roof life. Heat will not build up under the roof.

Signs You Need Attic Insulation Services:

The attic is often a neglected extension of a home. There are various signs that can be indications that you need to insulate your attic more efficiently. Do you notice…

  • Inconsistent temperature throughout the house
  • Abnormally high utility bills
  • Roof looking worn due to leaks
  • Ice buildup/icicles/ice damming issues on the roof during the winter
  • Presence of pests and rodents in your ceiling or roof
  • Water/moisture markings on your ceilings
  • Build-up of moisture on windows during cold temperatures

These signs of insufficient attic insulation are important not to ignore as they can lead to long-term damage such as mould build-up, premature deterioration of shingles and can leave your home at risk of major water damage during the winter months.

VK Roofing earned a good reputation as a home insulation contractor in Erin, Georgetown, Milton, Brampton, Caledon, Bolton, Acton and Mississauga.

Contact owner Anthony Van Kooten for a FREE No obligation quote.