Ever wonder why your air conditioner runs non-stop in the summer and your furnace struggles to keep up in the winter? Uneven temperatures and high energy bills can often be traced back to one problem: inadequate insulation.
To have a comfortable climate-controlled living space, your home must have superior insulation and a properly-sized HVAC system in good working condition with plenty of return air ducts. This is why you need RetroFoam insulation.
This blog dives into the science of keeping your home comfortable and why RetroFoam insulation stands out from the crowd.
The Science of Staying Cool (or Warm)
Thermodynamics tells us heat naturally flows from hot to cold. This principle applies to your home as well. During the summer, your house acts like a giant ice cube in the hot sun. Heat relentlessly tries to get in, and your air conditioner works overtime to remove it. In winter, the process flips – precious heat escapes, forcing your furnace to pump out more.
Slowing Down the Heat Transfer with RetroFoam Insulation
This is where insulation comes in. Insulation acts like a barrier, slowing down the heat transfer process. Traditional fiberglass insulation is not very good at slowing down heat transfer or blocking drafts, but RetroFoam insulation is superior in this regard.
The Advantages of RetroFoam: Thinking Beyond the Cooler
Think of a high-quality cooler. The thick foam walls keep your drinks icy cold for hours. Now imagine that same cooler with thin batting – things won’t stay cool for long.
RetroFoam insulation is a thick cooler wall for your home. It significantly reduces heat gain in the summer (keeping you cool) and heat loss in the winter (keeping you warm). This translates to:
- Year-Round Comfort: Enjoy consistent temperatures throughout your home, eliminating drafts, cold spots, and hot spots.
- Lower Energy Bills: Your HVAC system won’t have to work as hard, leading to significant energy savings.
- Extended HVAC Lifespan: Reduced wear and tear keeps your heating and cooling equipment lasting longer.
Walls Make a Bigger Difference Than Windows
While new windows are great, they only make up a small portion of your home’s surface area. Walls, with their much larger square footage, are a major source of heat gain and loss. RetroFoam insulation addresses this by tackling a larger area for maximum impact.
Real People, Real Results
Many homeowners, like those in case studies from real-life Gateway customers, have used RetroFoam insulation to achieve a more comfortable living space. They’ve experienced significant reductions in energy consumption, extended HVAC lifespans, and even quieter homes thanks to reduced noise infiltration.
Ready to Upgrade Your Comfort and Savings?
Contact Gateway RetroFoam today and discover how this innovative insulation can transform your home!