Foam vs. Fiberglass
There are pros and cons to both fiberglass and spray foam insulation - discover them here.
At Lucas Insulation, we’re proud to offer the highest-quality insulation for your home, as well as the proper techniques that maximize their effectiveness and the knowledge to help you pick the right product to meet your insulation needs. For non-insulation experts, however, the differences between fiberglass and spray foam can be hard to parse out.
That’s why we’ve assembled this chart, to show you the various pros and cons of each type of insulation we offer:
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Made up of billions of tiny glass fibers |
Made up of a polymer (like polyurethane) and a foaming agent |
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Uses air bubbles to slow the transfer of heat |
Acts as a barrier to stop airflow |
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Air leakage common (which can account for as much as 40% of AC costs) |
No air leakage (when installed properly by experts) |
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Lower R-factor, so you need much thicker insulation |
Higher R-factor, so less insulation required |
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Has the potential for mold growth and pest infestation |
Kills mold and prevents future growth |
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Can sag and settle over time, requiring multiple installations |
Will not sag or settle |
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Easy to update, re-install, or replace |
Much more difficult to update, re-install, or replace |
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Less energy efficient |
More energy efficient |
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Cheaper per square foot |
2-3x more expensive per square foot |
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Higher utility costs long term |
Bigger savings on heating and cooling costs |
FiberglassWhile this chart is a good start to determining which insulation type would be best for you, there’s no right answer when it comes to insulation. The best option for insulating your home depends on so many factors – the layout of the house, its sealing, your budget – that there can be no one-size-fits all solution.
That’s why we recommend that you take advantage of our free in-home analysis, so you can find out what kind of insulation would work best for your home. Call or contact us today to speak with one of our insulation experts and schedule your free analysis at 803-951-2378.
It has been years since you insulated our home, and as you may recall I was there and very fussy about getting the insulation installed correctly. As we both know without being installed properly, the insulation performance is compromised. With that said, years later I had to get up in the attic so I could get to an exterior vented kitchen exhaust pipe. In the process, I messed up the insulation your men installed getting to that vent.
After notifying you, we were put on your list to repair the damage I created. You sent the same man that originally installed my insulation and his attitude was positive and friendly. They finished repairing what I messed up and said there would be no charge. In my unbelief I asked them to call to make sure. You told them no charge. I am writing to let you know how appreciative we are, and to say that your experienced team is pleasant, professional, and a joy to be around. God has blessed you and me. Thank you.
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