Enjoy Warmer Floors by Insulating with Spray Foam

Drafts and cold floors are signs of unaddressed air leaks and a lack of air sealing and insulation.  Take this St. Charles, Missouri home for example.  The sunroom extends beyond the foundation walls of the home, elevated above outdoor storage space and exposed to the elements.  When the temperature drops in the winter, the floor above this open space will most definitely get cold, because floor joists below lack insulation.

The bigger problem, though, is the lack of air sealing.  Without proper air sealing, any insulation installed would simply act as an insufficient air filter.

In cases like this, Dr. Energy Saver recommends insulating the floor joists running beneath the sun porch with two-part spray foam insulation. By applying spray foam between the floor joists, Dr. Energy Saver not only insulates but air seals the floor as well.  Spray foam insulation expands as it is applied, filling every gap around joints, plumbing, wiring, pipe or wire penetrations, and other fixtures.

In cases of vented, unconditioned crawl spaces or basements, homeowners are also wasting a lot of energy. Cold floors, drafty rooms and high energy bills are some of the symptoms of energy loss through the crawl space and basement.

Call Dr. Energy Saver to schedule a complete home energy check-up, and see just how much you can save.