Crawl Space Insulation Lansing, MI

Installing crawl space insulation in Lansing, Michigan is not given much thought because this area is unoccupied in a home. The crawl space is the area between the ground and the main floor of a home.

​Even though this part of a home is not occupied, insulating it is a great option. A lack of crawl space insulation results in cold floors and excess moisture build-up in the area.

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Why Use Spray Foam for Crawl Spaces?

Since there are different types of insulation available, you may opt to use fiberglass or cellulose insulation in your crawl space. However, these types of insulations are not perfect because you will run into issues down the line. For instance, pests may make their nests in cellulose crawl space insulation.

​Another common issue is that fiberglass insulation will drop from your crawl space ceiling due to gravity pull.

On the other hand, there are several benefits of using spray foam for crawl space insulation such as warmer floors, getting rid of moisture problems, and more.

• Using foam insulation for your crawl space will help to completely seal it and no outside air can enter the building. All cracks and gaps will be covered and there will be no cold drops coming from under your floor.

 

• Since the problem of moisture will be eliminated, mold and will do will not be present in your crawl space that’s keeping allergens and pathogens at bay.

 

• When you use spray foam for insulating the crawl space, pests and rodents will not be able to enter as this type of insulation is not a food source for them and all gaps will be sealed.

• Crawl space insulation in Lansing, Michigan enables you to lower your energy expenses because it will complete the building envelope. As a result, your HVAC system will not have to keep running to cool or warm your home. Conditioned air will stay in your home for longer periods and you will notice a reduction in your energy bills.

• High R-value is another advantage of installing spray foam insulation in your crawl space. Depending on whether you choose open cell spray foam or closed cell spray foam, your R-value will range from R-3.5 to R-7.

How is a Crawl Space Insulated?

Before spray foam is installed as crawl space insulation in Lansing, Michigan, a professional insulation contractor will clear the area completely. This involves removing old insulation that may be present. Spray insulation will stick only to a clean substrate and therefore this step is very important.
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Depending on the type of crawl space that you have, your insulation contractor will insulate either the underside of the crawl space or the walls. This also depends on whether you have ductwork present or not.

Contact Us

Contact us for further details regarding crawl space insulation in Lansing, Michigan. Our team has the equipment and knowledge relating to crawl space insulation and we can answer any questions that you may have. We also provide a quote and a free assessment.

Call (517) 697-5673