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cabin | exterior wall insulation | injection foam insulation
You love spending time in your log cabin, but you don’t love that it is consistently too cold or too hot.
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Foam insulation installation | injection foam insulation
The aesthetics of the outside of your home is what made you fall in love with it in the first place, so you don’t want to do anything that could change it.
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cold cups | cold walls | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Have you had the unfortunate experience of opening one of your kitchen cabinets, grabbing a plate for your dinner only to realize the dish is cold?
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drafts | energy bills | high energy bills | preparing for winter | winter
Like any budding relationship, you and your new house are just getting to know each other.
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building envelope | freezing pipes | spray foam insulation
Not many things will ruin your day like having frozen pipes in your home.
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R-Value | air seal | conduction | convection | spray foam insulation
It’s an easy thing to find if you’re talking about a tradition insulation material, but what is the R-Value for spray foam?
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garage insulation | preparing for winter | winter | winter energy savings
You get your home ready for winter, so why neglect your garage?
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drywall | drywall repair | injection foam insulation
All you wanted was a warmer home and now you’re looking at drywall that has seen better days.
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Crawl space | crawl space spray foam insulation
Creating an air seal in your crawl space is a great idea in the process of creating a comfortable home, but is spraying foam on the walls or ceiling more efficient?
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Energy Saving Tips | energy efficient home | home thermostat | programmable thermostat
It was never really exciting to shop for a new thermostat for your home, until now.
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ignition barrier | new build home insulation | thermal barrier
In the process of building your new home, you might hit some hiccups when dealing with passing code with spray foam insulation.
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R-Value | air seal | conduction | convection | michigan insulation code
One of the greatest mysteries in home insulation is what does R-Value mean?
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air seal | conduction | convection | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
You don’t fill your thermos with your morning coffee thinking it will be cold by the time you get to work.
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air seal | home insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Just floating down the lazy river reaching into your cooler to grab a cold beverage is the epitome of comfort.
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Existing walls insulation | injection foam insulation
Imagine getting injection foam insulation installed in your existing walls and all of a sudden the walls begin to bow or crack.
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closed cell spray foam | van insulation
You prepare for all kinds of things in your life, so you know that nothing just magically happens.
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If you’re looking for a material for home insulation that is a natural and renewable resource, cork is a great option.
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winter | winter driving tips | winter safety tips
It’s time to make the trek to grandma’s house for the holidays, but are you as prepped as you should be for the winter driving conditions?
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closed cell spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation problems
The Internet is full of horror stories.
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injection foam insulation cost | spray foam insulation cost
Investing in your home insulation can mean a lot of research, budgeting, and planning.
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barn insulation | chicken coop insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation | fiberglass insulation | foam board insulation
If you’re cold, they’re cold.
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basement wall insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation | open cell spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Whether you use it as storage or as a gaming room, your basement walls need insulation.
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crawl space spray foam insulation | floor spray foam insulation
The floor of your home can be a source of comfort issues ranging from the obvious of cold floors to drafts in your home.
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allergens | frozen pipes | programmable thermostat | spray foam insulation
Being a homeowner comes with all the ups and downs you can imagine.
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marijuana grow room | open cell spray foam insulation
You can’t miss the smell.
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contractor insurance | home repair
I recently bought a new house and started in on some remodeling projects right out the gate.
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closed cell spray foam | open cell spray foam | shipping container home insulation | tiny house insulation
You don’t want to lose any of the precious square footage in your shipping container home, so insulating the outside might be the best option.
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condensation in house | dew point | humidity | moisture | mold in house
When you hear the term “dew point” you likely think of the weather outside.
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attic | truss lifting | wood framing
Are you noticing that your ceiling looks almost warped?
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Existing walls insulation | cantilever insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Not all homes are built the same, which can lead to certain challenges when it comes to insulating them.
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closed cell spray foam insulation | cork insulation | energy efficient home | fiberglass insulation | foam board insulation | shipping container home insulation | tiny house insulation | wool insulation
Shipping containers are good for more than cargo – they also make great places to live.
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marijuana grow room | preparing for winter
Fall is here and if you’re in the northern states, it’s already starting to get pretty cold.
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closed cell spray foam insulation | marijuana grow room | open cell spray foam insulation
You’re building and planning out your grow room and know you want spray foam insulation, but do you go with open cell or closed cell?
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closed cell spray foam | humidity | marijuana grow room | moisture | open cell spray foam | spray foam insulation
Whether you’re cultivating marijuana for personal use or for your business, you need your grow room insulation to be on point.
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A lot can go wrong with your crop, but did you know some of it can be caused by your grow room insulation?
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Pests | cold house | high energy bills | october
Do you hear a faint howling in your home? What about something scratching inside the walls?
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condensation in house | health | mold in house
Have you noticed a musty smell in your home? Or maybe it feels more humid inside than outside?
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You’ve decided to build the home of your dreams, but have you taken everything into consideration so you can make it a reality?
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air leakage | air seal | home improvement projects | home repair
If you have some home improvement projects in mind, make sure you don’t forget about your existing insulation.
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Trying to find and then buy the home of your dreams can be hard.
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customer reviews | retrofoam of michigan
When it comes to doing research before you buy something what is one of the first things you do?
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energy efficient home | insulation rebates
You can get rebates for all kinds of things you buy.
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ceiling leak | mold in house | roof leak | water leak
Drip, drip, drip.
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cabin | cottage | michigan winter | preparing for winter
If you live in Michigan, you know that winter can show up before its scheduled arrival time.
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attic insulation | knee wall insulation | spray foam insulation
Do you feel the pain of living in a poorly insulated one and a half story house?
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carbon monoxide detector | health | home safety
Carbon monoxide is called “The Silent Killer” and with good reason.
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cold house | energy efficiency | hot house
You can’t win for losing when it comes to your home’s comfort.
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Choosing the contractor who builds your new home or who will work on your remodel is the most important decision you will make in the process.
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energy efficient home | injection foam insulation | retrofoam home insulation | spray foam insulation
Sometimes it’s just not meant to be.
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best michigan cities | buying home insulation
If you live in Michigan, you know that it has some of the most beautiful scenery on Earth.
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air seal | allergens | energy efficiency | home insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Some insulation contractors dabble in a little bit of everything.
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energy efficiency | energy star | home insulation
We started 2018 with a goal of insulating more than 100 homes as part of the Home Performance with Energy Star program.
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Foam Insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
When you’re researching foam insulation for your home some of the terms might leave you scratching your head.
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buying home insulation | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | lifetime warranty | spray foam insulation
You have a lot of options when buying home insulation, so how do you compare the quotes you get from contractors.
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energy efficient home | new home construction
You’re building the house of your dreams that you and your family will love and cherish for the years to come.
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energy efficient home | hydroelectricity | renewable energy | solar energy | wind power
You want to lower your carbon footprint and one of the ways you’ve decided to do it is through renewable energy.
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Energy Saving Tips | Energy bill savings | energy efficient home
It’s a moment you fear every month – opening your monthly energy bill.
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diy spray foam insulation | electrical wiring | foam insulation cost | michigan insulation code | sound deadening
When you buy a product, you have certain expectations of how it should work but sometimes your expectations aren’t reality.
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Make-A-Wish Michigan | Wish-A-MIle
It was more than 93 degrees in the shade and the terrain was anything but friendly, but that didn’t stop Team RetroFoam from finishing their ride on Sunday, July 28.
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energy efficient home | home insulation | insulation rebates
You know adding the right insulation to your home could save you a ton of money on your monthly energy bills, but wait, there’s more.
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buying home insulation | insulation contractors
Looking for an insulation contractor can be a daunting task as you want the best company for your project.
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Energy Saving Tips | utility bills
How to cut utility bills is obvious in the winter, but in the summer not so much.
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Cool house | Foam Insulation | Smart Homeowner Tips | summer
Is your air conditioner working overtime trying to keep your house cool in the summer?
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air seal | energy efficiency | energy efficient home | energy star | foam insulation benefits | home performance
Home performance is something you should take seriously, especially if you want an energy efficient home.
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basement flooding | basement insulation
Whether it’s from heavy rain or a busted pipe, several feet of water in your basement is bad news bears.
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R-Value | air seal | buying home insulation
In your insulation research you’re likely reading a lot about R-Value and how important it is, but how much are you seeing information about creating an air seal?
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You just want an estimate for home insulation, but you’re not sure why someone needs to come out and look first.
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Existing walls insulation | injection foam insulation
The walls of your home aren’t protecting you from the hot and cold as much as you’d like but insulating them with foam seems complicated to you because you have a brick exterior.
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basement insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation
Spring showers bring May flowers – and in some cases, a basement turned water feature.
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injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Spray foam insulation has some great applications, heck we even sprayed the inside of a man-made cave to make it look more like rock.
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Best attic insulation | attic insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation | open cell spray foam insulation
You want spray foam in your attic because you know it’s the best option for comfort and energy, but what is the better fit – open cell or closed cell spray foam?
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Consumers Energy | energy savings | energy star | home performance | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
For the past six years, RetroFoam of Michigan has been recognized by Consumers Energy for the work we do to make homes more comfortable, but on Thursday we hit an all new milestone.
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Consumers Energy | DTE Energy | Energy bill savings | Foam Insulation | high energy bills | high summer electric bills
Like most of us, you are probably wondering why your electric bills are so much higher in the summer.
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Make-A-Wish Michigan | Wish-A-MIle
RetroFoam of Michigan has participated in Make-A-Wish Michigan’s annual bike tour for the past three years and going into their fourth year the number of riders has increased significantly.
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fiberglass insulation | insulation removal | pole barn | pole barn spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation
You built the man cave of your dreams in this nice big pole barn, but something’s just not quite right.
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Wall Insulation | injection foam insulation
You see a lot in your injection foam insulation research about drywall, but what if you have plaster or maybe you have paneling?
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insulation removal | spray foam insulation
When you’re about to have spray foam installed in your home, there are some things you need to do before the job can start.
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energy efficiency | home insulation history | humidity | summer insulation problems
The snow has melted, birds are chirping, and the flowers are blooming, so that means only one thing – summer is right around the corner.
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foam insulation equipment | spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation problems
You’re in the market for a nice, souped-up car.
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Insulation Contractor | buying home insulation | home insulation
Are you courting a few potential insulation contractors and need to know how to narrow down your choices?
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Pests | allergens | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | health | mold in house | remove old insulation
If you’ve done your research, you know that a superior insulation material can keep a lot of unwanted things out of your home – like allergens, pests, uncomfortable air, and moisture.
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cellulose insulation | spray foam attic insulation | spray foam insulation
Attic insulation research got ya down?
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closed cell spray foam insulation | open cell spray foam insulation
Through your research online about spray foam you might see a lot of people stating that closed cell is the better option when compared to open cell.
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common wall insulation | exterior wall insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
You’re sitting in your living room relaxing and there is that old familiar smell – your neighbor’s cigarette smoke.
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closed cell spray foam | open cell spray foam | spray foam insulation
The air seal you want to create in your home can easily be done with spray foam insulation, but only if it is applied at the correct thickness.
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spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation cost
You want to have a small project you want insulated with spray foam, but you don’t understand why it costs as much as a larger area of your home.
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existing home insulation | home insulation history | new home insulation
Much like the sky is blue and water is wet, many people just think of insulation as a thing that just is.
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cold walls | existing home insulation | high energy bills
Insulating a problem wall or room that is constantly uncomfortable makes a lot of sense, but there are some things you need to keep in mind.
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common wall insulation | customer story | existing home insulation | retrofoam home insulation
“It made the difference like night and day.”
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tiny house insulation | tiny house insulation problems
You’re building the tiny house of your dreams, but if you make an insulation installation mistake or miscalculate your needs it could easily turn into a nightmare.
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closed cell spray foam insulation | denim insulation | fiberglass insulation | foam board insulation | tiny house | tiny house insulation
The right insulation in your tiny house can make the structure more comfortable, but also as energy efficient and eco-friendly as the rest of your life.
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cathedral ceiling insulation | thermal bridging
Did you know that thermal bridging is a major source of energy loss in your home?
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Pests | spray foam insulation | termites
Dealing with termites in your home can be costly depending on the amount of damage they have done, especially if you live in the southeastern United States where they are a huge problem.
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foam university | home insulation | pole barn insulation
Are you a homeowner, contractor, or do-it-yourselfer? Are you looking to expand your knowledge of foam insulation?
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cantilever insulation | cantilever insulation problems | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Trying to get to the root of comfort issues in your home can be a frustrating task.
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cantilever insulation | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
Are you noticing cold drafts around your breakfast nook? Is the little overhang in your home more uncomfortable than the rest of your house?
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attic insulation | energy savings | high energy bills
No one wants to deal with high monthly energy bills, so it makes sense to look at ways to cut them down.
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Earth Day | Foam Insulation | Going Green | Smart Homeowner Tips | home improvement
April is a month that boasts two days to do something to help the environment – Arbor Day and Earth Day.
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DIY van insulation | best van insulation | van insulation | van insulation problems
The last thing you want to deal with is van insulation problems.
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DIY van insulation | van insulation
Kenny Rogers was right – you gotta know when to hold ‘em and know when to fold ‘em.
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best van insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation | foam board insulation | van insulation | wool insulation
Whether you use your van to haul your tools or it’s your home away from home, insulation can play a big part in the role that vehicle plays.
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buying home insulation | existing home insulation
Mistakes happen, but if you make one when buying your home insulation it could end up costing you big time.
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attic insulation | cellulose insulation | crawl space insulation | existing home insulation | exterior walls insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | rim joist inslation | spray foam insulation
Something just doesn’t feel right in your home.
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Existing walls insulation | exterior walls insulation
You have suspicions that your walls aren’t doing their job keeping the elements outside where they belong.
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buying home insulation | existing home insulation | home improvement projects
You already know you need home insulation and it can be a costly endeavor.
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cathedral ceiling insulation | spray foam insulation
You’re tired of the air you pay to heat and cool escaping through your cathedral ceiling, so you’re ready to have foam insulation installed.
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garage insulation | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation
You know you want your home to be comfortable and energy efficient, but what about your garage?
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cathedral ceiling insulation | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | open cell spray foam insulation | spray foam insulation
You chose cathedral ceilings for your new home and now it’s time to decide what kind of insulation best fits your needs.
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cathedral ceiling insulation | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | insulation problems | spray foam insulation
Cathedral ceilings add a certain air of openness to them, but that openness can lead to problems if it isn’t insulated properly.
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cellulose insulation | existing home insulation | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | insulation problems | spray foam insulation | winter
As winter begins to show its face you notice your home is colder and less comfortable.
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Florida room | injection foam insulation | spray foam insulation | sunroom | three season room
Whether you call it a three season room, Florida room, or sunroom, you’re converting it and needs it to be comfortable.
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cellulose insulation | closed cell spray foam | electrical wiring | fiberglass insulation | injection foam insulation | open cell spray foam | spray foam insulation
Maybe it’s time to hook up your surround sound system or add a new outlet in your wall, but either way, you’re going to have to fish that wiring through your insulation.
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building code inspector | michigan insulation code | new home construction | new home insulation
One of the necessary things about new home construction is working with a building code inspector.
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The snow has already started to fall across the Mitten, and the worst of the storm and following cold weather is yet to come.
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home performance | michigan insulation code | new build home insulation
When you’re talking with your builder about insulation code requirements they are likely discussing options with high R-Value, but R-Value doesn’t tell you the whole story and isn’t the only path to passing.
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cape cod house | cape cod house insulation | knee wall insulation
While a Cape Cod house may seem nice and cozy, did you know this style of home performs very poorly when it comes to insulation?
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attic insulation | cellulose attic insulation | closed cell spray foam insulation
You know your attic needs insulation because you have air leaks and ice dams on your roof.
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closed cell spray foam insulation | marijuana grow room
Michigan became the tenth state to legalize recreational marijuana use during 2018’s midterm elections.
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Foam Insulation | drafts | energy savings | insulation
You’re sitting in your home relaxing, catching up on the novel you’re dying to read, when an all-too-common feeling overtakes you – the draft.
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fire rating | ignition barrier | new build home insulation | remodel | spray foam insulation | thermal barrier
Trying to understand insulation and building codes can be difficult if you are well versed in the industry, and can even be a little dicey for the seasoned pro.
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closed cell spray foam | customer story | spray foam insulation | tiny house
Many people choose tiny house living because it is a way to lessen their carbon footprint, and saves them money on monthly utilities.
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Foam Insulation | energy efficiency | existing home insulation | insulation tax credits
*Notice: There is a lot of confusion on this topic. As of the date of publication, it appeared the tax credit would be available to homeowners for 2018, whereas Congress only passed part of the bill. This is subject to change at any time, as this Bill is currently before Congress and could include home insulation. Please check with your tax preparer. Foam insulation already saves you money on your monthly energy bills and in some cases with rebates, but now you might even be eligible for a federal tax credit for insulation.
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ignition barrier | spray foam insulation | thermal barrier
When you build your new home or remodel your existing house you want to make sure you’re protected against the worst-case scenario – a fire.
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michigan insulation code | spray foam insulation | thermal barrier
Whether you’re remodeling your existing home or building a new house, in your spray foam insulation research you are probably seeing a lot about a thermal barrier.
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existing home insulation | frozen pipes
It’s a nightmare many homeowners dread every winter – frozen pipes.
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air seal | exterior walls insulation | moisture
As the temperature drops and you kick on your furnace have you noticed condensation forming on your walls?
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closed cell spray foam insulation | metal building spray foam
So, you want closed cell spray foam insulation for your project, but it’s 14 degrees and you’ve read online that it simply can’t be done.
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If you’re researching insulation for your home, you’re likely seeing a lot about sealing the building envelope.
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attic insulation | cellulose insulation | fiberglass insulation | knee wall | knee wall insulation | spray foam insulation
Your attic needs insulation but you have questions on the best way to insulate your knee wall up there.
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If you’re doing research on insulating your attic you may be seeing a term you aren’t familiar with – the knee wall.
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crawl space vapor barrier | dirt floor crawl space
Your crawl space is a dark, dank space that can be a breeding ground for mold and mildew if the proper steps aren’t taken.
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It’s easy to confuse air barriers and vapor barriers when trying to do your research on making your home comfortable and healthy.
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crawl space encapsulation | crawl space insulation | spray foam insulation
Confusion – do you want to encapsulate or insulate your crawl space?
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RetroFoam Injection Foam | retrofoam home insulation
You’ve decided on injection foam for your exterior walls and have been reading a lot about your options.
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in-home estimate | retrofoam of michigan
Are you thinking about having an estimate for foam insulation from RetroFoam of Michigan, but you don’t know what to expect?
