How Insulation Can Keep You Cool in the Summer

As the weather warms in the Burlington area, homeowners often experience a wide range of issues in their living spaces. From stuffy rooms and inconsistent temperatures to high humidity, the summer heat can take a real toll on your home comfort and efficiency. 

Diversified Insulation has built a reputation throughout Southeastern Wisconsin for excellent customer service and our ability to provide reliable insulation services. We understand that insulation is important throughout every season of the year and in any home. Our team specializes in offering high-performance solutions to comfort issues, high energy bills, and more. 

How Insulation Works in Hot Weather

On a hot day, your first instinct might be to turn on your air conditioner to get some relief. However, if your home is poorly insulated, cranking the AC will only provide temporary comfort and result in high cooling bills all summer. Just as insulation plays a crucial role in the winter by keeping warm air inside your home, it works in the same way during the warmer months to keep cool air in and hot air out. Here’s how insulation works to protect your home:

• Thermal Barrier - Insulation materials work by reducing the rate at which heat moves through your home's walls, roof, and floors. In the summer, this means that the insulation slows down the heat from the outside air from entering your home.

• Reduces Air Leakage - Home insulation, especially when combined with air sealing, creates a protective barrier around your living spaces that closes off areas where the cool inside air can escape and hot, humid outside can enter your home.

• Consistent Indoor Temperatures - Without insulation, certain areas of your home will struggle to maintain a consistent temperature and your home’s cooling system will need to work harder in order to meet the demand of your cooling load.

Signs Your Home Could Benefit from Insulation Upgrades

It can be difficult for an untrained eye to determine if your home is under-insulated or if the comfort issues you’re experiencing are coming from something else. The team at Diversified Insulation has over 3 generations of experience with insulating Burlington area homes and businesses, here are some of the telltale signs you’re in need of an upgrade:

• You have an older home - There are many homes over 30 years old in the Burlington area, which are commonly not up to date with the current insulation standards. 
• High energy bills - Homes without insulation’s protective barrier from the elements will be more expensive to heat and cool.
• Stuffy rooms - Significant temperature variations between rooms and floors of your home could be due to poor insulation.
• High humidity - Insufficient insulation can lead to high humidity levels inside your home, making it feel warmer and more uncomfortable.
• Noise pollution -  Without insulation, sound waves will travel through your walls more easily, disrupting your peace & quiet.

Reliable Insulation Services from Diversified Insulation

Since 2013, the Diversified Insulation team of experts has provided valuable insulation services to homeowners and businesses throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. We start every project with an in-home assessment to understand your specific needs and develop a plan of action to effectively solve comfort and efficiency issues. 

We offer several types of insulation, such as blown-in and spray foam insulation, and can help determine which option is best for your home. Our team is thoroughly trained in building science and upholds our high standards of quality and customer service. If you’re interested in staying cool and comfortable this summer season, reach out to Diversified Insulation today.

Request an estimate for insulation services. Call 262-321-4677 or contact us online to get started.