Using Insulation to Beat the Heat | ARC Insulation

With record breaking heat throughout Chicagoland in June, it’s easy to see that this summer is going to be exceptionally hot and humid. If you’re already struggling to keep cool in your home, the issues will likely only get worse as temperatures rise. ARC Insulation offers an effective solution to improving summer comfort and efficiency with full-service insulation and air sealing. We’ve been helping homeowners and businesses since 1993 with personalized insulation, mold, and indoor air quality services for new and existing homes.

How Insulation Helps with Cooling

By creating a barrier between your living spaces and the outdoor elements, home insulation slows heat transfer in and out of your home throughout the year. In the summer, this means that your home is protected from heat gain and your living spaces will maintain stable temperatures. Upgrading your insulation will also help keep you warm during the frigid Chicagoland winters, leading to a more comfortable home year-round.

Reducing Your Energy Bills with Insulation

Effective insulation will keep cool air in your home during the warmer months so your air conditioner or heat pump won’t have to run as often to keep up with demand. This significantly reduces the workload on your cooling system, resulting in lower cooling costs and less wear and tear on your AC. Insulation will also contribute to a longer lifespan for your system, protecting your investment.

Where to Insulate Your Home for Peak Performance

While the best way to know exactly where your home needs insulation upgrades is with a professional energy assessment, there are a few key areas that are often the source of comfort and efficiency issues in Chicagoland homes.

Attic Insulation

Attics are one of the most common areas of energy loss in a home, which makes them one of the most important areas to insulate. By creating a barrier with a high-performance insulation material, such as spray foam, you’ll not only enhance comfort and lower energy bills, you’ll improve indoor air quality and strengthen your home with moisture and ice dam protection.

Basement Insulation

Basements have a reputation for being damp and musty because they’re often left under insulated. This exposes the area to moisture, airflow, and heat transfer—which has an impact on your whole-home comfort and efficiency. Upgrading your basement insulation will regulate indoor temperatures throughout your living spaces, assist in pest control, and reduce demand on your heating & cooling systems.

Air Sealing

Regardless of where you’re insulating in your home, it’s important to check for air leakage and effectively air seal the area first. While insulation prevents heat flow, it won’t offer much against airflow, which commonly leads to unhealthy indoor air, energy loss, and several other problems. At ARC Insulation, we often use spray foam insulation because it offers insulation and air sealing, all in one product.

Insulation Solutions, Tailored for Your Needs

There’s no one-size-fits-all method to finding the right insulation for your needs, which is why it’s crucial to start the process with a thorough inspection of your home. With over 30 years of experience, the ARC Insulation team uses building science as the foundation of every job. This enables us to build a personalized plan of action that reliably solves comfort, efficiency, and indoor health issues. Your home is our priority and regularly receives 5-star reviews for our professionalism and ability to exceed expectations.

How to Use Insulation to Beat the Heat & High Energy Bills