Basement & Crawl Space Insulation Services in Chicago
Insulation is a great way to make your upstairs living spaces more comfortable while saving money on your energy bills. Our team offers a variety of basement and crawl space insulation solutions that can be installed in as little as a few hours. Our solutions are designed to seal unwanted drafts in your crawl space or basement while keeping the conditioned air inside your home.
Our insulation offerings also help you reduce energy bills by keeping your heating and cooling system running less often. Whether it is your crawl space or basement we have solutions designed specifically for your home or business. Contact our experts for your free estimate today to save money and make your home more comfortable.
How Basement and Crawl Space Insulation Saves You Money
Whether your property has a basement or a crawl space, poor insulation can lead to higher energy bills. This is because your heating and cooling system has to work overtime to cover for gaps in the performance of your home. Poor insulation and unsealed areas underneath your home allow conditioned air to escape your home and cold or warm air to leak in from the outside.
Increasing insulation in your basement or crawl space has two main effects. First our solutions are designed to seal air leaks and prevent the conditioned air from escaping your home. This ensures that any air in your basement or crawl space stays at the temperature you want it at. The second effect is reducing the amount of time that your heating and cooling system needs to be running. With increased R-Value your home will maintain the temperature you want for longer periods of time, causing your heating and cooling system to turn on less frequently.
Overall keeping your basement and crawl space properly insulated will save you money by using less energy to heat or cool your home. It also has the added benefit of keeping your home more comfortable during both the cooler and hotter months.
Our Basement & Crawl Space Insulation Solutions
TerraBlock™
TerraBlock™ crawl space floor insulation system is specifically designed for uneven floors in your crawl space. It provides R-4 value insulation for the floor in your crawl space while also including a plastic vapor barrier as part of a complete crawl space encapsulation system.
- 3/4″ flexible foam with vapor barrier on both sides
- Adds a R4 insulation value to the floor
- Much thicker cushion for the floor to protect the liner, hands, and knees
SilverGlo™
SilverGlo™ crawl space wall insulation system is a rigid foam insulation system specifically designed to provide insulation in crawl spaces. It provides up to R-11 insulation for your crawl space while also holding back moisture and managing humidity levels in your basement.
- Added R11 insulation value for exterior walls
- Radiant barrier also reflects heat back into your crawl space
- Rigid foam board acts as a completely sealed vapor barrier
Perma-Foam
Perma-Foam spray foam insulation was developed with the rim joist areas in your basement or crawl space in mind. It provides up to R-14 insulation while also sealing any air leaks near the floor joists and your foundation walls. Great for both crawl spaces and basements.
- Added between R13-R14 insulation value for rim joists
- Seals unwanted air leaks and prevents air seepage
- Can be installed in both basements and crawl spaces
Why You Should Avoid Fiberglass Insulation for Basements and Crawl Spaces
Our insulation products are specifically designed for use in basements and crawl spaces in the Chicago area. While fiberglass insulation has been a popular choice for decades, there are two main reasons why it may not be the best choice for your basement for crawl space.
Moisture and Mold: Basements and crawl spaces are prone to high humidity levels and moisture problems. Traditional fiberglass insulation absorbs moisture and can become a growth area for mold and mildew underneath your home.
Energy Efficiency: Because fiberglass insulation is typically installed between the floor joists, whole areas of your basement or crawl space utilities are left uninsulated. This leads to your systems having to work harder to overcome the temperature difference between your ducting and the inside of your house.
While fiberglass insulation has advantages in some use cases, it is not ideal for basements and crawl spaces. Our products are specifically designed with moisture resistance and energy efficiency in mind.
The Effect Of Insulating Your Home Before and After
Contact Us Today For Basement and Crawl Space Insulation in Chicago
If you are looking to save money on your energy bills while making your home more comfortable during the winter and summer months, we can help. Our team at Perma-Seal offers professional crawl space and basement insulation services using our various insulation solutions designed for your home or business. Contact our experts today by calling 800-421-7325 or click the button below to fill out our online contact form.