New Home Insulation Installation

Our crew of professional insulation installers can take on any insulation project you have. Are you planning to build your new home in the Coquitlam or Richmond area? Give us a call today. We make sure to follow all building codes and regulations to make sure your new home meets insulation requirements. It's our promise that you and your family will never be cold in the winter or hot in the summer because of a poor insulation job.

Adding insulation during construction is more cost-effective than retrofitting it once your home is finished. By knowing where to insulate and the recommended R-values for each room of your house, your home will be properly insulated. Our team at Insulation Pros of Coquitlam has the knowledge and years of experience to suggest appropriate insulation and R-level based on the type of HVAC system that will be installed for the Richmond, BC climate.

Insulation Replacement

Water damage:

A roof or toilet leak can cause water to accumulate in areas of your home and damage your insulation. This can increase the humidity level in your home, which leads to the growth of mould. Mould spores contaminate the air you and your family breathe and begin to grow in as little as 24 to 48 hours, making it a health risk. You can also tell mould has begun to grow by noticing a musty or earthy smell, even after you've cleaned. Upgrading your insulation can even help protect your home from water damage. In cold weather, pipes can freeze because they have become too cold in your walls. Unless they are properly insulated, pipes can burst and cause a bigger headache.

Rise in energy bills:

It's understandable that your energy bills are naturally higher in the winter and summer months, but that shouldn't mean that you see drastic differences year-over-year. A higher energy bill in the summer could be because your HVAC system is working overtime to compensate for air conditioning loss or summer heat gains in your home. If your winter heating bills are rising year after year, this is an obvious sign that you have substantial heat loss from somewhere within your home. This could be caused by old or damaged insulation. Do you ever notice an inconsistent temperature in your home? If this is the case, it could mean your insulation is not as effective as it used to be, resulting in a larger energy bill at the end of the month.

Household pests:

It's time to replace your insulation once you notice evidence of wildlife in your home, including droppings and contaminants. Rodents are known to nest and even feed off old insulation. Along with bringing in various possible health risks from diseases they may carry, they are likely going to damage your vapour barrier as well. This will drastically reduce the efficiency of the insulation within your home. You want a tight seal which is compromised by any holes or gaps in the foil or plastic sheet.

Attic, Ceiling, Basement, and Wall Insulation

No matter the room, we offer insulation services! Do you have a tight attic? A huge basement? Or did you frame a new room? We can insulate that for you.

Attic insulation:

Attic insulation can be a bit more intensive because our professionals will take the time to inspect your attic and roof for any cracks or leaks. If we notice any, we will seal them up and add vents for better air circulation. Vents and an improved vapour barrier will be added to prevent the build-up of moisture which will reduce the risk of mould.

Ceiling insulation:

The most common place to insulate your home is the ceiling, and it is affordable because extra venting or pipes don't need to be added. Ceiling insulation will make sure the rooms in your home stay at a consistent temperature by creating an additional barrier between your living space and your attic.

Basement insulation:

The first floor of your home may feel warmer if you choose to insulate your basement ceiling. You can begin to see real savings when you insulate your exposed foundational basement walls. Insulating foundation walls will help keep the cold air out during harsh winter months, making the space more comfortable and preventing heat loss in your home. If you have a crawlspace, you should insulate the foundation walls as well. We recommend insulating your internal crawlspaces as well because the small space can still be an area prone to heating losses or gains.

Exterior wall insulation:

Most older homes have old exterior wall insulation that could have deteriorated over time, so replacing your insulation is a great way to keep your home warmer in cold weather, cooler during our west coast summers, and may also help reduce noise levels. Adding insulation to the exterior walls is a big task, and the right insulation needs to be installed based on our specific climate needs. Our professionals know the right insulation and vapour barrier to install so nothing goes wrong.