Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation is a state-of-the-art insulation product that dramatically increases a home's thermal performance. With a superior R-value and unmatched air sealing capabilities, it reduces air leakage while providing the best thermal performance of any insulation product on the market.

As part of our insulation and air sealing services, Home Energy Medics installs spray foam insulation in homes throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and the greater Metro DC area, helping homeowners improve indoor comfort and health while saving energy and lowering heating and cooling bills.

WHAT IS SPRAY FOAM INSULATION?

Spray foam insulation is a unique material composed of isocyanate and polyol resin, which react together when mixed, causing the foam to expand and harden. This expansion allows it to conform to all types of spaces.

Installing spray foam involves using specialized equipment to spray the two-component mixture directly onto the desired area. As it's applied, the foam rapidly expands to fill cavities, crevices, and gaps, and then hardens into a dense, durable insulating layer. Professional installation is critical, as the chemicals involved require careful handling and precise application to ensure both effectiveness and safety.

THE BENEFITS OF SPRAY FOAM INSULATION

HIGH R-VALUE

Spray polyurethane foam has an R-value (thermal resistance) of approximately 6 per inch of installed insulation, making it one of the highest performance insulation products on the market. This means that your home will be warmer, and less drafty, even in conventionally framed construction.

LOWER HEATING AND COOLING BILLS

A well-insulated and air sealed home wastes less energy, which means that your heating and cooling system can run less frequently without sacrificing your indoor comfort. The payback period for insulation upgrades is about 10-15 years, and we’ve seen some homeowners report that their energy bills decreased by as much as 50% after we installed new insulation!

ALL-IN-ONE INSULATION & AIR SEALING

Spray polyurethane foam fills all the cracks and gaps within the cavities that it fills, avoiding the common problem of air leakage that plagues other types of insulation such as fiberglass batts. This reduces drafts, and prevents infiltration of moisture and harmful gasses.

REDUCES MOISTURE AND MOLD

Because of the superior air sealing properties of SPF (spray polyurethane foam), moisture is less likely to enter your building once it's been insulated with spray foam. This reduces the risk of mold, as well as the risks of rot and structural damage that accompany water infiltration.

PROTECTS FROM INSECT INFESTATIONS

Air sealing your home can prevent pest infestations. Insects and rodents will frequently enter a home through unsealed wall cavities, duct chases, recessed lighting, and plumbing stacks in your attic. After the pest has entered your home, the chances of it reproducing significantly increases and it can be almost impossible to exterminate. To keep these pests out and prevent them from infesting your home, air sealing is the most important step that must be taken to seal these points of entry.

OPEN CELL FOAM AND CLOSED CELL FOAM

We offer both open cell and closed cell spray foam products. Closed cell provides a superior air and moisture barrier, making it the most effective insulation available for energy performance. Open cell spray foam is a more affordable option that still provides an air sealing capacity and an R-value that supersedes nearly every other insulation product on the market.

WHERE ARE THE BEST AREAS IN A HOME FOR SPRAY FOAM INSULATION?

Spray foam insulation can be installed anywhere in a home. Because closed cell spray foam acts as a water and air barrier, Home Energy Medics often uses it anywhere below grade in a home, like your crawl space or basement. But we often install spray foam in attics as well and see superior and long-lasting results.

We offer a number of insulation options, including spray foam, blown in cellulose, and fiberglass batts, and we will work with you to find the right insulation material for your home. The best first step is to schedule a home energy audit, where our team will help you uncover the areas in your house that need upgraded insulation, air sealing, and other home improvement upgrades most.

SAVE MORE ON SPRAY FOAM INSULATION INSTALLATION WITH TAX CREDITS AND REBATES

Because spray foam insulation makes a home so energy efficient, there are incentives available to help lower the upfront home improvement costs, including:

• Up to $1,200 in federal tax credits

• Rebates available through local utilities including Pepco, BGE, and Dominion Energy

Home Energy Medics is a participating contractor in many local incentive programs and can walk you through the specific incentives you qualify for, as well as great financing options.

For more information about spray foam insulation, or to schedule an upgrade today, contact us here!