In A Nutshell Remodeling Los Angeles

Heat rises and escapes through attics that aren’t properly insulated. 25% to be clear. 35% leaves through the walls. 25% through windows and doors. 15% leaves through the floor. Altogether it sounds like a balanced escape, but take into consideration that a massive 60% of all heat leaving has to do with poor insulation. It’s no mystery why so many homeowners know that good insulation is worth it . Although, there are a few frequently asked insulation questions to cover here. 1. What is an R-value? R Value = Temperature difference x Area x Time / Heat Loss What any good insulation material does is minimize the amount of heat flowing in or out of the home, leaving the homeowner with the ability to decide how hot, how cold their space is. However, R value (while important) is only one of four factors that decide the quality of an insulating material, and should not be the end all be all for any decision. In Los Angeles, the recommended R-value sits ...