Important Tips for Installing Radiant Barrier and the Reasons Why We Should

Radiant barrier is a relatively new product that consumers are slowly becoming aware. It consists of a reflective composition placed in your attic, which reflects heat before it enters your home. Our government, universities and independent laboratories have tested this new product for energy savings that works. People seem to have a hard time believing that your attic can be turned into a giant mirror reflecting heat under its roof. By applying only one layer of paint on the surface decks, reduce transfer of heat and insects by sealing up cracks and crevices.
Roof temperatures can climb to around 200 degrees. Attic temperature can be as hot as 140 degrees. This heat creates moisture that falls to the ground in his attic their isolation. This has its isolation to not function properly and reduces the value of insulation. Radiant barrier works three times by reflecting heat from your home, reducing the temperature in your attic insulation that allows her to work more efficiently and causes of this A / C unit to work less. An additional advantage is that you A / C ductwork lasts longer because it is not exposed to high temperatures such that induce drying and cracking creating air leaks.
When we are building a house you need to inform your builder you want radiant barrier Installed. They have a plywood decking material available that has a reflective film on the bottom. The average extra cost is only 3 cents per square foot and this is the most profitable installation of radiant barrier. This installation of radiant barrier should be mandatory, not optional. A manufacturer does not use this product should not be building any home.
If you have a home without radiant barrier will be more difficult and expensive to install. You need to use caution when hiring an installer radiant barrier. All products will be developed copycat companies are always popping up vying for market share. Many are inferior products that do not work so well and if not installed correctly, or will not work as expected this year. You also have the option to install itself to eliminate the installation costs.
There are several companies that sell a substance ceramic powder that you add to paint and argue and still guarantee will cut your electric bill by 15-20%. These products can work, but the only radiant barrier product I use is provided by Hy-Tech Thermal Solutions. Most installers will want to keep costs low and they will use a painting interior versus exterior paint that costs less. The climate inside your attic have the same extreme temperatures such as outside their home. The paint should also be high gloss that has a value more reflective. You also want to ensure that water-based paint is latex versus based oil that will create toxic fumes roaming through their house. If you have installed ink-based oil and gas off their appliances are not or an electrical spark occurs it could cause an explosion. Aluminum or silver color ink should provide more than reflecting properties white paint. These are the only two colors to use as a radiant barrier.
Every Americans should be aware that we have a shortage of oil, but we have even less natural gas. Most of our electrical installations are run by natural gas. Building new nuclear or coal burning electric plants take decades to complete. Many people are complaining about the high cost of gasoline, but did not stop to think that their homes use more natural resources than their cars. By installing radiant barrier and reducing its electric bill by 30% or more you can do your part to preserve our environment, reduce our dependence on other nations, and help reduce our gas prices at the pump. Running up your electric bill, the supply and demand fundamentals dictate that is also increasing every other American electric bill. Besides that our government is offering a tax credit of $ 500.00 USD to make your home more energy efficient. Why is our government wants us to do our homes more energy efficient? Maybe they realize that our public services may one day be more expensive than our mortgage payments were not begin to consume less.
Many people are having a hard time selling their goods, because of the housing market slow down. Something you should know is that the factor underlying all potential homebuyers is " How much is it going to cost me? " Many new homebuyers are investigating on public services of a home before buying. Some people do not even need your permission to obtain such information. By installing radiant barrier you are adding value to your home and reduce the electric bill, which will help sell your home.
All all, radiant barrier is an energy efficient product that works and if you take the precautions above, you will maximize your savings. Americans can help our nation, making your home more energy efficient. Radiant barrier is the most accessible energy efficient product available to its home.
Dale Adams of Majestic Publishers is the author and self publisher of the new book, " Care Giving Made Easy - How to be a Caregiver Incredibles " and that soon to be released, " How to Sell Your Home - Even In The Slow Market " His many experiences include being a security consultant, General Contracting and Energy Conservation specialist. For more valuable information visit majesticpublishers.com booker molly



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