Increase The Value of Your Home By Going Green

Are you thinking of renovating your home this spring? If you are, you might be considering specifically green updates and upgrades that not only can save you money and protect the environment, but also can increase the resale value of your home. Green home features and building designs are becoming increasingly popular. New homeowners or those in the market to buy a new house are looking for features that are eco-friendly and wallet-friendly.


The first step in ensuring your home is eco-friendly and efficient, is making sure that it’s well sealed and properly insulated. A poorly insulated home will drive heating and cooling bills through the roof. A well-insulated home will allow you maintain your home’s temperature easier. Your energy bill will decrease since your furnace and air conditioner won’t have to work as hard – proper insulation prevents hot air from entering your home in the summer months, and also prevents the comfortable, cooled air in your home from escaping.


While any new insulation properly installed can increase the value of your home, there are insulation products that are a notch above the rest when it comes to being green and eco-friendly.


Blown Cellulose


Cellulose has the largest amount of post-consumer recycled content in the industry - up to 85% recycled newspaper. Paper is the largest component of landfills and producing Cellulose insulation diverts waste from the landfills thus saving valuable space.
Cellulose takes less energy to make than any other insulation material. In green circles this is known as “embodied energy” which is the energy required to transport raw materials and the energy used to make the final product. Fiberglass, the most widely used insulation, has 10 times more embodied energy than cellulose.
Making cellulose insulation from newsprint prevents the release of greenhouse gases such as methane, which is released as newspaper decomposes in landfills.


Walltite Eco Spray Foam


Walltite Eco is made from renewable vegetable oils and recycled plastics, and blended into a high performance spray polyurethane foam.
Monthly energy and utility savings of 40% or more can be achieved when compared to the traditional fibreglass products. The cost of insulating with spray foam insulation can often be recovered in less than 5 years, simply through energy savings alone.
As a lower density, closed-cell foam, it takes less material to produce the performance you need. It burns less fuel during transportation because it’s transported as a liquid, then expands over 30 times its volume during application.
Walltite Eco contains significant rates of recycled content. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is among the most common plastics used for packaging, bottles and containers. Post-consumer and post-industrial recycled material is processed to make raw material for new applications.


Choosing one of the two types of insulation above is a huge step towards making your home the most efficient and green that it can be. It might not make as big of a visual impact as a new kitchen or deck- but buying trends in the house market show buyers leaning towards greener features that will save them money in the longrun.

Georgian Insulation Systems, the area’s leading insulation contractor will work with you to achieve the highest level of efficiency in your home. Call us for a free estimate on your project.
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Increase Your Home’s Value with Green Insulation

Spring is a popular time for home renovations, and one of the best investments you can make in your home is new insulation. While this type of “behind the scenes” renovation may not produce the same interest as a brand new kitchen or bathroom, it can have a huge impact on your family’s comfort and dramatically reduce your home’s heating AND cooling bill.

A well-insulated home will allow you maintain your home’s temperature easier. Your energy bill will decrease since your furnace and air conditioner won’t have to work as hard – proper insulation prevents hot air from entering your home in the summer months, and also prevents the comfortable, cooled air in your home from escaping.

Replacing your insulation can also increase you home’s resale value. And if you choose “green” insulation, your home’s resale value will increase even more! Homebuyers are becoming increasingly interested in green features that have proven value. 

New insulation is already a value-added feature, but choosing an eco-friendly insulation option will increase the value of your renovation even more.

There are many environmentally friendly insulation options on the market. Our top two choices are:

Blown Cellulose

• Cellulose has the largest amount of post-consumer recycled content in the industry - up to 85% recycled newspaper. Paper is the largest component of landfills and producing Cellulose insulation diverts waste from the landfills thus saving valuable space.
• Cellulose takes less energy to make than any other insulation material. In green circles this is known as “embodied energy” which is the energy required to transport raw materials and the energy used to make the final product. Fiberglass, the most widely used insulation, has 10 times more embodied energy than cellulose.
• Making cellulose insulation from newsprint prevents the release of greenhouse gases such as methane, which is released as newspaper decomposes in landfills.

Walltite Eco Spray Foam

• Walltite Eco is made from renewable vegetable oils and recycled plastics, and blended into a high performance spray polyurethane foam.
• Monthly energy and utility savings of 40% or more can be achieved when compared to the traditional fiberglass products. The cost of insulating with spray foam insulation can often be recovered in less than 5 years, simply through energy savings alone.
• As a lower density, closed-cell foam, it takes less material to produce the performance you need. It burns less fuel during transportation because it’s transported as a liquid, then expands over 30 times its volume during application.
• Walltite Eco contains significant rates of recycled content. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is among the most common plastics used for packaging, bottles and containers. Post-consumer and post-industrial recycled material is processed to make raw material for new applications.

Both Walltite Eco and Blown Cellulose can be used in a variety of applications. Contact us today for more information or a free quote!

Georgian Insulation Systems is Central Ontario's premium spray foam insulation contractor. We're recommended by leading custom home builders, commercial design/builders, architects, home inspectors and our many customers. We provide Polyurethane Spray foam, Cellulose, Fibreglas, Roxull, Fireproofing, Insulation Removal, concrete slab lifting with injected polyurethane and epoxy crack filling.

Top 3 Reasons Why BIBS® is Best For Your Home

You may think your cathedral ceilings or cantilevered floors will prevent you from having the cozy, warm home of your dreams, since custom features often present unique insulation challenges due to their abundance of cavities and access limitations. 

Fortunately, the BIBS® system of insulation is the perfect solution to this problem, allowing you to have custom features throughout your home, and thermal efficiency to keep you warm and toasty. 

What is BIBS® ?
BIBS® is a state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly, custom fit insulation process that “blows” specially manufactured fiberglas into building cavities using special equipment.  The BIBS system allows us to blow insulation into cavities behind netting, ensuring a seamless, custom fit.

Check out our video to see how it works:

BIBS is the perfect insulation choice for homes that require a custom fit and sound attenuation. 

Here are the top 3 reasons why you should choose BIBS for your home:

1.  Versatility.  The BIBS system is a proven option for any configuration or custom situation.  Cavities, curves, vaulted ceilings, crawl spaces or custom windows – BIBS will fill gaps and voids for thermal efficiency.  BIBS is an ideal option for insulating under floors or in ceilings for acoustic control.  BIBS blows in easily, fills completely, and lasts for the life of your home.

2.  Efficiency.  Not only is BIBS quick and easy to install, it completely fills all spaces, controlling sound attenuation and reducing air infiltration in the wall cavity. Your house will be snug, secure, thermally efficient and draft-free.  With an R-value of R24 in a 2x6 wall, BIBS is an efficient insulation choice.  

3.  Safety.  BIBs is the most widely accepted and independently tested blown-in-wall system.  Its high-density properties ensures it will not settle, shrink, separate, or corrode pipes or wires.  In addition, it contains no formaldehydes and does not support mold or mildew growth. 

Georgian Insulation is one of the few contractors in Central Ontario certified to install the BIBS system.  Certified installation guarantees that voids and gaps are completely filled to maximize the insulation’s protective properties.  Our certified technicians are experts in vital areas of thermal installation, sound attenuation, air infiltration, moisture migration and ventilation.

Contact us today for a free quote! 

Georgian Insulation Systems is Central Ontario's premium spray foam insulation contractor. We're recommended by leading custom home builders, commercial design/builders, architects, home inspectors and our many customers. We provide Polyurethane Spray foam, Cellulose, Fibreglas, Roxull, Fireproofing, Insulation Removal, concrete slab lifting with injected polyurethane and epoxy crack filling. 

Go GREEN with Blown Cellulose Insulation - here's why...

Cellulose insulation is one of the greenest products on the market today and will allow you to make a positive contribution to the environment without sacrificing performance.

Save money on utility bills and keep your family warm and comfortable, safe in the knowledge you have made the smart choice. Cellulose insulation can be blown into your attic or cathedral ceiling and injected into wall cavities.

Getting the Value for your Money... cellulose has the lowest cost per square foot per R-Value

Everyone knows that properly insulating a house or building will save on utility costs. But not all insulations are created equal. Cellulose insulation performs best even under the most demanding of conditions where there are extreme differences between inside and outside temperatures.

When comparing the price of cellulose to other products, it is important to compare the extra benefits, such as sound insulation and the environmental benefits. Cellulose Insulation has the lowest cost per square foot per R-Value.

When Cellulose is used, it creates a 100% seamless seal, which makes a home up to 36% tighter than fiberglass. With its higher density and ability to seamlessly cover and fill those difficult spaces like pipes, electrical wiring and other mechanical areas, you are getting an excellent barrier to air flow, excellent sound insulation and excellent insulating properties even in the most difficult environments.

“Going Green” is about Facts...

Cellulose takes less energy to make than any other insulation material.

These are the key “Green” facts about Cellulose insulation. Don’t be fooled into thinking that all products are “green” just because they say they are - check the facts.

1. Cellulose has the largest amount of post-consumer recycled content in the industry - up to 85% recycled newspaper. Paper is the largest component of landfills and producing Cellulose insulation diverts waste from the landfills thus saving valuable space.

2. Cellulose takes less energy to make than any other insulation material. In green circles this is known as “embodied energy” which is the energy required to transport raw materials and the energy used to make the final product. Fiberglass, the most widely used insulation, has 10 times more embodied energy than cellulose.

3. Making cellulose insulation from newsprint prevents the release of greenhouse gases such as methane, which is released as newspaper decomposes in landfills.

4. Cellulose insulation has an R–value of R 3.8 per inch, this R-value remains consistent. Unlike fiberglass insulation which actually looses R value in extreme temperatures, resulting in the least performance when you need it the most.

Georgian Insulation Systems, the areas leading insulation contractor will work with you to achieve the highest level of efficiency in your home.  Call us for a free estimate on your project.

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Learn the "Green” facts about Cellulose insulation

Cellulose insulation is one of the greenest products on the market today and will allow you to make a positive contribution to the environment without sacrificing performance. Save money on utility bills and keep your family warm and comfortable, safe in the knowledge you have made the smart choice. Cellulose insulation can be blown into your attic or cathedral ceiling and injected into wall cavities.

Everyone knows that properly insulating a house or building will save on utility costs. But not all insulations are created equal. Cellulose insulation performs best even under the most demanding of conditions where there are extreme differences between inside and outside temperatures.

When comparing the price of cellulose to other products, it is important to compare the extra benefits, such as sound insulation and the environmental benefits. Cellulose Insulation has the lowest cost per square foot per R-Value.

When Cellulose is used, it creates a 100% seamless seal, which makes a home up to 36% tighter than fiberglass. With its higher density and ability to seamlessly cover and fill those difficult spaces like pipes, electrical wiring and other mechanical areas, you are getting an excellent barrier to air flow, excellent sound insulation and excellent insulating properties even in the most difficult environments.

These are the key “Green” facts about Cellulose insulation. Don’t be fooled into thinking that all products are “green” just because they say they are - check the facts.

1. Cellulose has the largest amount of post-consumer recycled content in the industry - up to 85% recycled newspaper. Paper is the largest component of landfills and producing Cellulose insulation diverts waste from the landfills thus saving valuable space.

2. Cellulose takes less energy to make than any other insulation material. In green circles this is known as “embodied energy” which is the energy required to transport raw materials and the energy used to make the final product. Fiberglass, the most widely used insulation, has 10 times more embodied energy than cellulose.
 
3. Making cellulose insulation from newsprint prevents the release of greenhouse gases such as methane, which is released as newspaper decomposes in landfills.
 
4. Cellulose insulation has an R–value of R 3.8 per inch, this R-value remains consistent. Unlike fiberglass insulation which actually looses R value in extreme temperatures, resulting in the least performance when you need it the most.

"Blown Cellulose Insulation is simply the best choice for your attic".


Georgian Insulation is based in OroMedonte. We cover all regions in Simcoe County, Muskoka, Haliburton, Dufferin, North York, Grey and Bruce.

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