TruSoft Cellulose Insulation Facts
The DOE recommends most northern states attics are insulated to R-49 or more. According to the U.S. Dept. of Energy, most attics aren't adequately or properly insulated. A typical home is likely to have less than R-20 of attic insulation. If homeowners have exposed fiberglass insulation in their attics then the owner is potentially losing up to 50% of its R-Value. It’s a fact that exposed fiberglass insulation loses 3 times more R-value than cellulose insulation over time.
Our TruSoft cellulose insulation combined with our air sealing techniques makes it possible to reduce the owner’s heating and cooling costs by as much as 40%. Cellulose insulation cuts air infiltration up to 38% than exposed fiberglass insulation. Any light amount of moisture is dispersed throughout the material, preventing liquid water from accumulating in any one area. No liquid water, no mold, and no rot! TruSoft is made using a unique, two-stage process that injects both dry and liquid fire retardants that penetrate the fibers, providing an exceptional insulation that exceeds every local and national required fire standard. For more in depth information on TruSoft Insulation feel free to watch this video, it has great demonstrations and explanations on why we prefer TruSoft Cellulose Insulation.
Cellulose is one of the only insulation materials in most homes that is commonly treated with fire retardants. TruSoft insulation substantially improves fire rating compared to other insulations. Our TruSoft cellulose insulation is made from recycled newspaper and treated with borate for fire retardant. Also blown-in cellulose insulation is a highly effective and environmentally friendly insulation solution. In summary cellulose is nontoxic (healthy for humans), fire retardant and healthier than fiberglass insulation. “In December, 1993, a panel of top public health experts voted unanimously to add fiberglass to the National Toxicology Program list of substances that are ‘reasonably anticipated’ to cause cancer.”
