Just like the structure of the physical building has progressed, so has the way humans have kept the climate of those structures comfortable with thermal insulation. Learn more about how insulation has advanced over time.
The insulation in your home is one of the most important things keeping you happy and comfortable in your home. Here are some interesting facts you may not have known about insulation.
One area in your home that benefits greatly from adding foam insulation is your attic. When RetroFoam of the Carolinas comes and sprays foam insulation in your attic, it is standard procedure to remove old insulation from your attic floor. Do you know why?
The bigger your environmental footprint, the more of an impact you have on the world around you. Learn how RetroFoam’s injection foam is helping homeowners reduce their environmental footprint.
How can you stay cool during the summer? First, understand how head and air flow, conduction, convection, and the stack effect. Second, make sure you have the right insulation.
Learn 5 ways to make your home's AC unit energy efficient. Spoiler Alert: While several things can cause air leaks in your home, the biggest is inadequate insulation.
The quality of the air you breathe can be the key to the quality of life you are able to lead. The injection foam and spray foam used by RetroFoam of the Carolinas is an excellent option for those looking for environmentally safe insulation that will also decrease the number of allergens in the home.
Unlike replacing traditional insulation, which requires removing drywall from the interior of your home, RetroFoam injection foam can be injected into the exterior walls from the outside of your home. Learn how injection foam insulation is installed into the cavities of walls without damaging the aesthetic of the exterior of the home.
R-value is not the end all be all when it comes to determining what insulation is best for you. Educate yourself and know your options, as the insulation in your home helps regulate your comfort level and how much money you will be spending on heating and cooling.
Both open and closed cell spray foams work and do a great job at insulating a building. They both have strengths and weaknesses. It is important to understand those strengths and weaknesses to decide which type of spray foam will work best to meet your needs.
Most people will say that you should address the area of your home where the air is escaping. Is this true? Learn about the stack effect and how to stop the air leakage in your home.
At RetroFoam of the Carolinas, we want to leave you with insulation that will last you the lifetime of your home, that will reduce your energy bills, and increase your comfort. Read what our customers have said about their experiences with RetroFoam of the Carolinas.
Having high levels of mold in your home can be very dangerous to the health of anyone living in your home. Be on the lookout for these visual and non-visual signs that you may have mold growing in your home.
While it is true that good indoor air quality requires fresh outdoor air, letting your home decide where that air enters your home instead of you making that decision is not the way to go about things. An airtight home and proper ventilation work together to create a healthy home.
One of the most important decisions to make with a new construction home is how it will be insulated. It is a decision that affects your finances in both the present and the future.
Insulation is rated on its ability to slow conduction. The “R” in R-value stands for resistance to conductive heat flow. The number that is attached to the R-value is how resistant the insulation is.
I was impressed. There are not a lot of products out there that can do the job of air-sealing, insulating, and even sound-dampening with so little environmental impact. I am very happy that I didn’t have to worry about what was going into the walls of my home.
At RetroFoam of the Carolinas, we specialize in injection foam and spray foam. They are two very different products. Read on to learn how they can work together to make your home a healthier, more comfortable place to be.
If I could have saved thousands of dollars over the last 20 years, what could I have done with that money? And even though I'm sure I'll still be wishing for the prices of the good old days, I like knowing I won't look back 20 years from now and wished I'd saved more today.
Reclaim your square footage and make it all livable again. Are parts of your home like a sauna in the summer or a freezer in the winter? Learn how creating an air seal with foam insulation can make all the rooms in your house liveable.
With summer now in full swing, our incredible southern heat and humidity are just getting started. It is important to address the air leakage we can't see just as much as the ones that we can. Learn how creating an air-sealed envelope with spray and injection foam can keep you cool, save you money, and help extend the life of your HVAC.
How do you make your home quieter? Many homeowners report they can hear a difference in outside noise while the installation of injection foam is taking place. RetroFoam fills every gap and crevice, getting a great seal every time and dampening sound.
I have always assumed that because we are in the south, the AC cycling all the time is expected. Then I learned it doesn’t have to be that way. Read on and learn why.
If you’ve ever considered updating or even getting new insulation for your home you will have seen the myriad of products on the market. Learn more about foam insulation, what it is, how it works, and how it can save you money.