Summer is in full swing here in the Northern Westchester and Putnam County area. With air conditioning, the heat indoors becomes a bit more bearable, but you may have noticed that there are still parts of your home that are uncomfortable, especially upstairs or in a bonus room.
If you’re tired of being uncomfortable and having to rely on an air conditioner that’s running overtime, it’s time for an insulation upgrade.
Insulation — In the Summer?
You probably only think about insulation during the winter, when you’re trying to stay warm with a puffy coat or a down comforter. However, insulation is just as important for comfort in the summer.
Insulation prevents heat transfer. During the winter, it helps to keep you warm by keeping heat in whether that heat is generated by your body or your furnace. In the summer, insulation helps to keep your home cool. Just like a koozie or cooler that keeps drinks cold, your home also needs insulation to keep outside heat from making you uncomfortable.
Pairing Insulation with Air Sealing
While insulation is crucial year-round, pairing it with air sealing will work to make sure you’re kept comfortable. Your home has tiny gaps and cracks that allow air in and out. While this normally wouldn’t seem like something to concern yourself with, when you realize just how much heat and pollution these openings transfer, you’ll want to make sure that they’re sealed. In the summer, air sealing is essential for keeping hot air out and keeping cold, conditioned air in.
Once you’ve air sealed and insulated, what benefits can you expect to experience this summer?
1. Reduced Likelihood of AC Breakdown
Without adequate air sealing and insulation, your air conditioner is trying to keep up with cooling your home. But since hot air is making its way in and cool air is escaping, your air conditioner can’t catch up. Once you air seal and insulate, your air conditioner will stop having to work overtime to keep you cool. This helps you avoid unexpected breakdowns and potentially expensive repairs or replacement.
2. Lowered Energy Bills
With all the energy your air conditioner was previously using to try and cool your home, your electricity bills were likely much higher than you wanted them to be. Thanks to insulation and air sealing, you’ll be more comfortable and won’t have to use your air conditioner as frequently, translating into savings on your energy bills.
3. Improved Year-Round Home Comfort
Comprehensive air sealing and high-performance insulation will keep heat transfer at bay, meaning you’ll be much more comfortable now during the summer and you’ll also stay warmer during the winter.
Stop Summer Heat at Home with Insulation from Healthy Home™
If you’re tired of having an upstairs or bonus room that never seems to cool down or hate having to pay absurd energy bills, insulation can help you resolve these problems for good. Not only will it make a difference now, but you’ll also be prepared for winter.
Contact us or call 914-242-9733 today to schedule an energy audit and insulation consultation!
