Cellulose insulation vs. fibreglass insulation

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Cellulose Insulation vs. Fibreglass Insulation

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As you are getting ready for winter, you are
probably thinking it would be worthwhile to get
your attic insulation topped off. Adding
additional insulation in your attic is a great
way to help conserve energy and lower your
heating costs.

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Two of the most common types of insulation people
use to top off their attics are cellulose
insulation and fibreglass insulation. How do you
decide which one is right for your home? Here at
Logik Roofing, we are pleased to offer the
following information that highlights the pros
and cons of both types.

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Cellulose Insulation ProsFriendly for the
Environment  Cellulose insulation is made from
recycled materials and puts post-consumed
paper-based products to good use insulating your
home instead of in a landfill.

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Superior Performance  Cellulose insulation has
a much high R-rating value per square inch than
fibreglass insulation. The air tightness of
cellulose can be as much as thirty percent higher.

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Nonflammable  Cellulose insulation is treated
to be flame resistant, so it is safe to use in
your home, even though it is made from recycled
paper products.

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Resistant to Settling  As cellulose insulation
is blown into your attack, it does not need to be
compacted or pushed down as much as fibreglass
does. Once finished, it does not settle and sink
like fibreglass can.

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Fewer Health Risks  Since cellulose is made
from paper-based products, there are less health
risks compared to fibreglass insulation.

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Easier to Fill in Gaps and Small
Openings Small gaps and openings in between
support structures can be filled in eliminating
unwanted air pockets.

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Cellulose Insulation ConsCan Be Messy  Since
it is loose insulation, it can be a bit messier
than fibreglass. However, when it is installed by
a professional, they will clean up afterwards.

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Can Absorb Water  If you have a leaky roof or
improperly vented attic, water and moisture could
ruin and damage cellulose insulation. Luckily for
you, Logik Roofing can install a new roof to
resolve leaky roof problems, as well as ensure
your attic is vented correctly.

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Fibreglass Insulation ProsWater Resistant 
Fibreglass is water resistant, but it can still
get ruined from exposure to water and moisture.

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Less Messier  Since fibreglass insulation
comes in rolls, there is nothing loose. But you
do have to cut the rolls into the desired lengths.

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Fibreglass Insulation ConsCosts More than
Cellulose  You could pay two or three times or
more to top off your attic to the desired R-value
level.

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Settles over Time  Fibreglass will settle
which causes the effectiveness and R-value rating
to decrease.

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Higher Health Risks  Fibreglass poses several
health risks including allergic reactions, itchy
skin, watery eyes, irritation to the throat and
nose, rashes, respiratory problems in asthma
sufferers, and more.

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Takes Longer to Install  The fibreglass
insulation has to be unrolled, and then cut to
size to be installed correctly. In addition, it
may also have to be secured in place.

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As you can see, cellulose insulation has several
advantages over fibreglass. To learn more about
cellulose insulation or to request a quote to get
your attic topped off, please feel free to
contact Logik Roofing at 905.424.7469
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