INSULATION
GreenStar knows one of the most important factors in a home’s efficiency is proper insulation. People may debate the causes of global warming; it is just common sense to use products that have the minimum impact on the environment. Insulation, by reducing the amount of energy required to heat or cool a building, is environmentally friendly.
Cellulose Insulation is one of the Greenest products in the world. Cellulose insulation is made from recycled newsprint and other paper sources, paper that might otherwise end up in landfills, releasing greenhouse gases as it decomposes.
There are 110 million homes in America, 65% of them are poorly or under insulated.
If all the paper currently being put into landfills each year were converted to cellulose insulation, it would save approximately eight million tons of CO2 emissions. That's the equivalent of taking every car off the road in New Mexico and Nevada. A modest home insulated with cellulose emits 1100 pounds LESS carbon emissions per year, than a conventional home.
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There are several benefits to cellulose insulation. When it is properly installed you can eliminate up to 47% of heat lost through your walls and ceiling. One of the benefits to cellulose insulation is that the performance standard increases as harsh or extreme temperatures come into play. Other benefits include:
• Real dynamic insulation power is Double that of fiberglass
• It is a recycled product.
• It is pest resistant.
• Virtually fireproof.
• Commercial grade sound proofing qualities.
• And allows us to reduce our fuel costs by up to 40%.
• Reduces drafts, leaks, and cold spots
• Reduced HVAC load and longer equipment life
• Greater comfort and safety!
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*Please refer the manufacturer's fact sheet on R-values, before you make any insulation decisions for your project.
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