Spray Foam Or Batt Insulation? The Experts Will Tell You!

Your home insulation plays a vital role in maintaining a comfortable and energy-efficient living environment for you and your family. By minimizing heat transfer through walls, roofs, and floors, your home insulation acts as a thermal envelope, creating a more stable indoor climate no matter the season. In a chilly Okanagan winter, insulation helps retain the heat and, in a sweltering summer, works to prevent heat from getting in. With energy efficiency a top priority these days - especially with the high cost of utility bills and our focus on protecting the environment - a well-insulated home means less energy is required for heating and cooling. This reduces the reliance on your HVAC system, which, in turn, leads to lower energy bills and a decreased carbon footprint. 

When it comes to choosing the correct home insulation products, the experts at Okanagan Insulation Services (OKI) are happy to guide you in the right direction. Batt insulation and spray foam are two common types of insulation, and both have different characteristics and applications. Deciding between them depends on things like your budget and the specific spaces in your home. 

Batt insulation is a cost-effective product made from glass fibres and is the most common type of home insulation used in Canada. It can easily be unrolled and pushed into walls and attic spaces, is fire resistant, effective for soundproofing, and has a high R-value. If kept dry, batt insulation can have a lifespan of 25 years. The batt insulation from OKI not only reduces energy consumption in homes; it is also made from 25% recycled materials. 

Spray foam is more expensive owing to its high performance. It acts as an insulation and vapour barrier in one. It is airtight when applied and aims to fill all the gaps and spaces. This means it not only helps with heat management but can prevent bugs and critters from moving in, making it your best basement and attic insulation choice. If undamaged, spray foam can last up to 80 years, making it a very worthy investment.

Your home insulation also plays a vital role in moisture control to ward off issues like mould growth and structural damage. Both spray foam and certain types of batt insulation provide an effective barrier against moisture infiltration, and this brings the added bonus of improving indoor air quality. Rest assured; your OKI installation professionals know exactly where each insulation product should go to ensure your home insulation performance maximizes indoor comfort, conserves energy, and saves you the most money on seasonal utilities.

With superb end-to-end customer service, starting from the quote to all rebates and product recommendations to the final installation, you can trust the highly-trained experts at OKI to have your home feeling comfortable all year round. Look forward to lower utility bills and less fiddling with the thermostat … and reach out for your free home insulation quote today!

Okanagan Insulation is the trusted expert in insulating homes across the Okanagan region. Get in touch with us for a visit from our team - it’s free! Click here to book your appointment online.