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.

Blown Cellulose or BIBS Fibreglass? Choosing the Best Insulation For Your Home

Blown Cellulose and BIBS Blown-in Fiberglass (BIBS) are two commonly used insulations types applied in home installations. When selecting insulation for your home, you are making an investment that will give you years of comfort in your home. But what type of insulation should you choose? 

We’ve compared Blown Cellulose and BIBS fibreglass insulations to help you make the best decision for your home.

R-Value

Cellulose insulation has a high R-Value and performs best even under the most demanding of conditions where there extreme differences between inside and outside temperatures. Cellulose has the lowest cost per square foot per R-Value.

The R-Value of fibreglass can change with density, however, unlike batt fiberglass insulation which may leave voids affecting the thermal efficiency, BIBS completely fills the space to ensure that your home is draft-free. BIBS has the highest R-Value rating of R24 in a 2x6 wall.

If you’re not sure what an R-Value is, please check out our blog, "What is an R-Value."

Air Infiltration

Cellulose is an effective choice for sealing your home against air infiltration. With its higher density and ability to seamlessly cover and fill difficult spaces like pipes, electrical wiring and other mechanical areas, you receive an amazing barrier to air flow. Cellulose creates a 100% seamless seal that prevents air infiltration.

Likewise, BIBS fills gaps and voids for thermal efficiency. It completely fills any space, including cathedral ceilings, vaulted ceilings, under floors or any other seemingly difficult area to insulate.

Environmental Impact

Cellouse takes less energy to make than any other insulation material. Since it uses the largest amount of post-consumer recycled content in the industry, it prevents the release of greenhouse gases such as methane. While Cellulose is one of the greenest products on the market, BIBS also has some major environmental benefits.

BIBS contains no formaldehydes and does not support mold growth. It does not settle or separate, corrode pipes or wires, or produce mold or mildew.


Both types of insulation have many benefits, however, they are only effective when installed correctly. Georgian Insulation is one of the few contractors in Central Ontario certified to install BIBS Blown-in Fiberglass, and has more than 20 years experience installing all types of insulation.

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.

What Is an R-Value?

If you’re considering renovating your home or adding in new insulation, you have likely come across descriptions using “R-Value.”  But what is an R-Value and what does it mean for your home?

What is an R-Value?

R-Value is the measurement of insulation effectiveness  – a high R-Value means the insulation will be an effective insulator with a high capacity to resist movement of heat. Insulation type and installation can both effect the R-Value rating, so its important to not only choose quality insulation, but also choose an experienced, knowledgeable company to install it, since compression and air spaces can have a huge impact on effectiveness.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has listed a table with characteristics of common insulation materials, including their R-Value. Its definitely worth checking out on their site. I have also include a portion of the table below:

What products have a high R-Value?

We offer a variety of insulation products with high R-Value.  Our cellulose insulation has an R-Value of R 3.8 per inch.  Cellulose is a great insulation choice as the R-Value remains consistent unlike some other insulation types, such as fiberglass, which loose R-Value in extreme temperatures. 

Cellulose has additional benefits aside from a high R-value.  It is an environmentally friendly as it takes less energy to make compared to any other insulation material.  In addition, it is made from recycled newsprint, diverting waste from landfills and prevent the release of greenhouse gases when newspaper decomposes.

It is also a cost-effective choice as it performs well with a 100% seamless seal, helping keep your utility costs low.  Cellulose insulation also has the lowest cost per square foot per R-Value.

Contact us to learn more about cellulose insulation for 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. Contact Us for a Free Quote - Or Call 1-866-576-9338.

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".


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