Spray Foam Insulation Santa Fe, NM

Welcome to Santa Fe Spray Foam Insulation! Our company has been dealing in both home insulation as well as commercial insulation for a number of years. Over the years we have come across homeowners who have a certain perception of spray foam insulation in their minds.

​However, most of the time these turn out to be misconceptions regarding spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM. So before you opt for spray foam insulation it is important to know what exactly it is, where it can be used, the benefits of using spray foam insulation and other details.

What is Spray Foam Insulation?

Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM is essentially a mixture of two components or chemicals. These are propyl resin and isocyanate. Upon reacting with each other, spray foam insulation is formed.

​Once the two chemicals react and is sprayed, depending on whether it is open-cell spray foam or closed-cell spray foam, it increases in volume and expands by 30 to 60 percent. Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM is great for attic insulation, crawlspace insulation, wall insulation and also pole barn insulation.

Misconceptions about Spray Foam Insulation

Listed below are certain misconceptions about spray foam insulation that you should be aware of:

• Spray foam insulation smells for many years- When opting for spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM, it is very important to know what product your spray foam insulation contractor will be using. In addition to this, always make sure that they are experienced and professional. Good quality spray foam insulation products will not have an odor, once the curing period is over. All spray foam products off-gas but there is no smell after a period of 24 to 48 hours. However inferior quality spray insulation products may have a peculiar smell even after the curing period has passed.
  
  
• Roof deck shingles get ruined with spray foam insulation- You may have heard that your roof deck shingles will get damaged after using spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM. However, in reality this is not the case. The spray foam insulation will actually create a barrier between two different regions of temperatures. You may have heard of the term “hot roof”. In theory, for unvented attic systems, when the roof deck is insulated, the temperature good go up a little. But this will not cause damage to your roof shingles. When compared to a vented attic system, an unvented attic will be only a few degrees higher in temperature.

• Open cell spray foam insulation absorbs water- In the past, open cell spray foam insulation used to absorb water. But nowadays with new and improved technology one of the benefits of using open cell spray foam insulation is that water is not retained in it. This helps to mitigate the growth of mold and mildew. However, it also depends on the quality of spray foam insulation that is being used so always make sure to hire a good spray foam insulation contractor in Santa Fe, NM.

• Spray foam insulation will shrink with time- This misconception about spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM has arisen because of insulation that is poorly mixed and applied. If spray foam insulation is applied well and correctly, it will not shrink.

• You can’t install new electrical wires when spray foam is installed- If you install open cell spray foam or injection foam as wall insulation, this does not mean that you will not be able to do any re-wiring or install new wires in the walls. Open cell spray foam is very flexible and pliable and you can easily push wires through it. In fact, if your wall is open, you can even cut out the parts you need, to insert the wires.

• Spray foam will make your house too tight- If you feel like spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM will make the air in your home too tight resulting in the decrease in air quality, this scenario is a pretty rare one. But if you want to introduce fresh air in your home an easy fix to this problem is to turn on the kitchen hood or the bathroom fan.

• Closed cell is better than open cell spray foam- Just because closed cell spray foam insulation has a higher R-value than open cell spray foam, it does not mean that it is better. Open cell spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM, will provide an air seal just the same as closed cell spray foam insulation. Open cell spray foam is also cheaper. Your decision whether to choose open cell or closed cell spray foam insulation should be based on where you plan on using it. 

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Why Choose Spray Foam Insulation?

​You may be wondering why you should choose spray foam insulation when there are other options like cellulose and fiberglass insulation widely available today. Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM has a higher cost and the rate of installation is often higher than the raw material itself. But spray foam insulation has several benefits and is often the best option when it comes to choosing between insulation types. Let’s take a look at some of the benefits:

• Higher R-value- Among all types of insulation, spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM a very high R-value. R-value is defined as the ability of a material to resist conductive heat flow. So when it comes to insulation, R-value measures how well it traps heat inside your home during the winter or blocks out the heat from outside during the summer. The R-value of open cell spray foam insulation is about R-3.8 per inch whereas for closed cell spray foam insulation it is as high as R-6 to R-7.

 

• Creates an air barrier- Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM is the only insulation that creates an air barrier. Cellulose and fiberglass insulation still allow air to pass through it after installation. This not only creates an additional pressure on your HVAC system but it makes you spend more money in heating and cooling and the excess moisture can create problems of mold and mildew.

• Protects against pests and rodents- Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM seals every crack and crevice and it forms a barrier between your building structure and the outside. As a result, rodents and critters are barred from entering your attic, crawlspace and basement. However, if you already have a pest problem, you should rectify this issue first before having the spray foam insulation installed.

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• Helps to save on energy- Once you install spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM, you will notice a significant reduction in the amount that you spend on energy. As a result, your HVAC system will need to work less, helping you to save on energy bills. Spray foam is also long-lasting and will not need to be replaced anytime soon, compared to other traditional types of insulation. 

Do you need to install an Additional Vapor Barrier with Spray Foam Insulation?

As the term suggests, a vapor barrier is used for “damp proofing” and preventing the entry of moisture through a wall, ceiling, floor or roof. It is usually either made of a foil or plastic sheet.

If moisture is present in the air, it moves from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure or from a higher temperature to a lower temperature. So when heat is escaping from your home, about 60% of heat is lost with the movement of the moisture itself. So once you install spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM, it will not only prevent the loss of heat but moisture as well.

The great thing about spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM is that once it is installed, you will not need to use or install an additional vapor barrier. This is because the spray foam insulation acts as a vapor barrier itself. Spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM acts as a vapor barrier and air barrier, while at the same time has a very high R-value. When checked with business codes, spray foam insulation fulfills the target of the qualities and characteristics of a vapor barrier.

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If you want to install spray foam insulation in Santa Fe, NM, contact us today! At Santa Fe Spray Foam Insulation, we only use premium products and we have a team of experts in the field. We can also make an assessment of your requirement and offer you a quote if necessary.

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