What are the advantages of spray foam insulation? Foam insulation has many advantages over standard insulation options: - Foam can fill almost any space, ensuring even the smallest cracks and holes are sealed. This means a warmer house in the winter and a cooler house in the summer. It also means significantly reduced energy costs.
- Foam can stick to the underside of floors.
- Because it fills the tiniest of spaces, there are no openings for insects and rodents.
- Because it fills the tiniest of cracks, it can reduce allergens and noise pollution.
- There are no fiberglass particles floating around.
- There are no harmful emissions.
- It's durable and long-lasting.
- Its air-tight vapour barrier qualities make it resistant to mold and moisture-based decay.
Back to Top How does spray foam insulation work? Spray foam insulation is applied as a liquid, using a nozzle not unlike a fire hose. It looks like paint when first applied, but is actually a combination of two substances that blend together at the nozzle and immediately begin to cure. The curing process—which happens within seconds - expands the liquid into a thick foam, which then fills the space and creates an air-tight seal. Back to Top How does spray foam insulation reduce energy costs? Foam insulation serves two purposes in one application - it fills empty spaces with an insulating material and it creates a tight air barrier. Because it fills holes of every shape and size and can fit around odd shaped objects, foam is able to create a very tight seal. A tight seal means no escaping hot or cool air, and therefore, lower utility bills. You spend your money heating your home, not the outdoors. Back to Top What is R-value? R-value is a unit of measure used to define thermal resistance, or the ability to resist heat flow. The higher the R-value, the greater the resistance to heat loss. The R-value is a very useful measurement, but it has limits. It only measures conduction. Conduction - where heat escapes through solid objects - accounts for only 20% of a building’s heat loss, while convection - where heat escapes via air moving from one place to another - accounts for the rest. Back to Top Will spray foam insulation stick to cement? Sprayed Polyurethane foam will form a bond on virtually all substrates including wood, stone, gravel, brick and cement. The area needs to be reasonably clean and dry to the touch. Back to Top Do I have to leave the home while the foam insulation is being applied? Not necessarily. If someone has a low tolerance for a mild paint or chemical odour, then we would suggest they stay away for at least 24 hours. In most cases occupants are permitted access within a few hours of the work being completed. Back to Top Can insulating my home qualify me for rebates? As environmental issues have increased in importance, various national and provincial programs have arisen to encourage consumers to do their part. It’s possible your insulation project can qualify you for a rebate. Back to Top What if I need to reschedule an appointment? Please call us at least 48 hours in advance if you need to reschedule an appointment. Back to Top Can Spray Foam Insulation be applied in the winter? Yes, the formula is adjusted to account for the temperature and humidity and the equipment is heated to ensure the foam is applied at the optimum temperature and cures correctly regardless of the ambient temperature and humidity. Yet another reason why it pays to use a qualified insulation contractor such as Forever Foam Insulation. Back to Top | 
