In today’s precarious economic environment, many Americans are  finding ways to save money and cut costs. Fall is a great time to consider upgrading your attic insulation in order to reduce the exorbitant price of heating your home and wasting energy. Investing in Energy Star certified sealing and insulating products to eliminate drafts and deter heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer can save up to 20 percent annually off your home heating and cooling costs.

Use an insulation upgrade savings calculator to get a better idea of the savings you can expect here in the Rockies. The monetary benefits of upgrading your insulation will be immediately apparent. Having the right team of HVAC professionals on your side will also save you loads of time and stress.

When considering insulation upgrades for your attic, there are generally three main things to consider:

• What type of insulation is already in the home and where is it located.
• How many air leaks are present, where are they, and how big are they.
• The R-Value or thickness of the current insulation.

One of the most important factors in this process is sealing air leaks. There can be leaks as small as a pinhole or as large as a house pet. These air leaks can occur where electrical wiring pass-throughs, recessed lighting or attic access hatches occur in your home. This is where it becomes imperative to have a knowledgeable HVAC technician. A qualified energy auditor will conduct a house-wide energy assessment to determine these and other important factors in the process.

Coffman and Companies has several options for attic insulation upgrades in and around Denver and surrounding areas. Visit our websiteor call us at 303-366-1112 for all your home-comfort needs.

Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).  For more information about attic insulation and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.

Coffman & Companies services the greater Denver area. Visit our website to see our special offers and get started today! 

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