Learn Why Insulation Must Stop Air Infiltration Air infiltration can occur when there is a penetration in the building envelope allowing outside air to flow inside a building. This often occurs between seams of plywood sheeting or around window frames. … Continue reading
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DOE Map Provides Recommended Insulation Levels The Department of Energy (DOE) has created a detailed map for recommended R-Values throughout the United States. This map reflects their research on the different climate zones and number of heating and cooling days. … Continue reading
Learn About Stack Effect To Improve Home Insulation Research has shown that approximately 30% to 50% of energy used for heating and cooling is lost due to air leakage. One of the primary driving forces for air leakage loss is … Continue reading
Fiberlite Technologies has promoted long-time employee Patricia Grubb to head the company’s production plant in Joplin, Missouri as General Manager. She is the first woman to hold such a position within the company, and one of only a few ever … Continue reading
What was life like in 1974? The price of gas was $.39 a gallon. In fact, it was the first year that UNLEADED gas was offered! One of the top bands in the world was led by a young 16 … Continue reading
Cathedral ceiling construction is more susceptible to moisture damage than open attic construction. The construction of a cathedral ceiling creates air spaces in rafter cavities. Filling the cathedral ceiling with FIBER-LITE Cellulose Insulation is a very effective way to block … Continue reading
On Wednesday, July 11 the Arkansas Energy Office, a division of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission announced the launch of the Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Loss Reserve Program. The program will provide funds to participants offering residential on-bill re-payment or … Continue reading
As all insulation contractors know, not all attic spaces are created equal. The insulator’s idea of the perfect attic would be above a level ceiling with lots of headroom. However, this is not always the case. Many builders and homeowners … Continue reading
Residential construction in a key engine behind economic growth and single and multifamily housing projects account for approximately 45% of the value of all construction projects. The growth in the housing industry is expected to continue at a steady pace … Continue reading