Loose Fill
There is a third type of insulation to address, and that is loose fill. Loose fill or blown-in insulation can be made of fiberglass or cellulose. The cellulose option is made from reclaimed or recycled materials making it environmentally friendly. This insulation can be purchased at most home improvement stores and, with a rented blower, can be installed quite simply. Here are some of the specs of loose-fill insulation:
- Loose fill or blown-in insulation can generally be found or installed in flat attics
- It is the lowest-cost type of insulation on the market.
- It doesn’t have a firm structure, therefore it can be used to insulate oddly-shaped spaces.
- Loose fill insulation gives you plenty of opportunity to get your desired R-value and ensure that you have the necessary protection.
- Blown-in insulation isn't attached to a structure, so should the need arise, it can be easily removed.
- Loose fill is easier to install than spray foam insulation; in fact, it can be a DIY project. It doesn't require a professional installer. just a blower.
- Blown-in insulation is made of small pieces so that air can flow around it
- It doesn’t have a firm structure, therefore it can be used to insulate oddly-shaped spaces.
- The lower cost and ease of installation make loose fill insulation the most popular choice for attic insulation.
- While spray foam insulation needs certain temperatures reached for a successful installation, blown-in insulation can be installed in more adverse temperatures.
While Slagel Insulation specializes in spray foam insulation, we're happy to answer any questions regarding the various installation types. You can learn more about both open-cell and closed-cell insulation by visiting those pages on our website or calling 309-377-3111. You can also fill out our contact form.
