You may find conflicting information about foam insulation safety when researching insulation for your house. You may be wondering if it is safe for you to use spray-on foam insulation in your home. What about your children? What about your pets? Yes, you can use our spray foam and injection insulation in any part of […]
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There are many options for insulation available on the market. Each type has its own pros and cons. When choosing insulation, it is important to take into account the longevity of the material, in addition to the material’s quality. Some types of insulation can last decades. Some insulation, however, can last for the entire life
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“You get what you pay for” is perhaps never truer than when it comes to insulating your home or business. Spray polyurethane foam has been called the “miracle insulation” for a reason. While the upfront spray foam insulation cost may be a bit more than that of other products, when properly installed by a skilled
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Why the stack effect leaves Louisiana homeowners cold The brutality of southern Louisiana’s winters often surprises visitors. High levels of humidity combined with colder air creates a chill that goes straight to the bones. Homeowners whose historic houses feature original wood floorboards are subject to the cold even indoors thanks to the stack effect. In
Wood floors buckling because of moisture Bonnie and Joe Meteye bought their Metairie home less than a year after Hurricane Katrina, but held off on replacing the original wood floors until five years later when they were adding on to their home. They found a contractor who was more than happy to install their new
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Flood damage – Preventing Future Moisture Damage The phrase is all-too-familiar to Louisiana residents. When the rising waters subside, those who are safe and sound with a home to return to have a lot to be grateful for, but subsequent rotting wood and mildew infiltration aren’t on that list of blessings. While you can’t stop
Why Call a Damage Restoration Specialist As far too many Louisiana residents know, flooding can be devastating. To make matters worse, all that water can have moisture-loving mildew and fungi growing by leaps and bounds within just a day or two. There’s no time to waste in cleaning up a home that’s fallen victim to
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When dewy is a “don’t-y” A dewy, glowy complexion? Nice. Dewy, glowy walls and ceilings? Decidedly not nice. If your home’s interior surfaces are starting to glisten, you likely have a moisture problem. And mildew is probably right on its shiny heels. Is your home too “tight”? Old-school thinking might suggest that the moisture buildup
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How your attic’s ductwork can lead to moisture and mildew problems, Baton Rouge, Zachary, Walker, and Surrounding Areas You’re not the only one who gets all clammy when the humidity is high. And while you might be able to stay dry by doubling up on the antiperspirant and donning your most breathable shirt, dealing with
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Spray Foam versus Batt Insulation We are giving you a fact-to-fact comparison on spray foam insulation versus batt insulation for you to see the cost-saving benefits. Your argument; aw, come on. Batt insulation is cheaper. Do I really need to spring for spray foam instead? While you might save a few bucks upfront by choosing
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Ahhhh. Nothing beats the sound of peace and quiet. Except maybe the jingle of extra money in your pocket. Insulate your home with spray polyurethane foam, and you can treat your ears to both kinds of beautiful music. Soundproof your home with spray foam insulation Spray foam helps cut down on airborne sound transmission, creating
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There’s a long list of reasons to love spray polyurethane foam insulation. But to understand exactly why so many New Orleans homeowners are tried-and-true fans, you need to hear it straight from the horses’ mouths. Take a look at these comments from some of the hundreds of satisfied Sunlight Contractors spray foam customers. Air leaks
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A bad spray foam job can really stink. Installing spray polyurethane foam insulation, even in an already occupied home, usually just results in greater comfort, increased energy-savings, and more homeowner happiness. But a botched spray foam install can be a whole different kettle of fish. In fact, it might even smell like a kettle of
Spray foam insulation is often called a miracle product. But if you allow an improperly trained/uncertified/incompetent/just-plain-lazy contractor to do your installation, you may end up needing a whole other kind of miracle! Spray foam insulation gone wrong can be a costly mistake, not only financially but a health hazard also. The spray foam product itself
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Is my home airtight? An airtight home is an ideal home, and spray polyurethane foam is the hands-down best way to make a home as airtight as possible. Unlike fiberglass or other “fluffy” insulation materials, it provides a genuine, consistent air barrier. That air barrier provided by spray foam prevents uncontrolled movement of air that
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Leaky faucets — no good. Leaky homes — even worse. If your home has uncontrolled air leakage in and out of it, you have a lot more to worry about than an annoying drip-drip-drip. Air leaks waste energy — and therefore your hard-earned money. They can also carry moisture that leads to condensation, which feeds
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Ah, Spray Polyurethane Foam. How do I appreciate thee? Let me count the ways. This may sound silly but when you get the results of: Lower energy costs Seal cracks/voids with no settling or shrinking Reduce noise Provide greater climate comfort Increase structural strength Deter pests Lower my carbon footprint (Wow. That’s a lot of ways.)
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Just breathe You need to do it. Your dog Sparky needs to do it. Your nice big glass of red wine may even need to do it. But your house? Not so much. The old-fashioned notion that a house needs to breathe is just that, outdated and out-of-step with modern building science. The truth is
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How airtight is your home? Like oil and vinegar, energy efficiency and air leaks just don’t mix. While a home can never be too airtight, there’s probably never been a home that’s 100% airtight. Blower door testing allows your insulation contractor to figure out precisely how airtight — or leaky — your home really is.
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Airflow is Your Home’s Stack Effect It may sound like the name of the hottest new boy band to hit the scene. But it’s really just an airflow fact that could be hitting your wallet hard on energy costs. “The Department of Energy estimates that just by reducing air leaks in your home, you can save
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Finding a Certified Contractor for your Job A Louisiana spray foam contractor is not required by state law to be certified. There are many SPF (spray polyurethane foam) contractors available in our area to do your spray foam job. Why is it is in your best interest to find a certified contractor when installing spray
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Avoid Spray Foam Disasters Spray foam insulation is one of the best money-saving products on the market for insulation efficiency as long as it is correctly installed. Getting a certified contractor can help you avoid spray foam disasters. Second-rate insulation installation comes back to haunt you There was something ghastly going on in Craig Leydecker’s
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PPE for Spray Foam Application While cured spray polyurethane foam provides safe, affordable energy efficiency for Louisiana homeowners and business owners. The installation of spray foam – both closed cell and open cell – in attics, walls, crawl spaces, and on rooftops requires precision, attention to detail, and precaution. At Sunlight Contractors, LLC, we pride
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Botched Spray Foam can be Costly Improper installation of open cell spray foam can quickly turn a homeowner’s potential dream-come-true into his or her worst nightmare. While open-cell spray foam is a fantastic product with many benefits (including increased comfort, energy savings, moisture control, and structural strength; and reduced noise) it’s only as good as
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Expert In Building – Engineer Chooses Spray Foam Insulation Engineer Richard Davies of Metairie, Louisiana knew that he needed help, and he needed it fast. He’d heard positive reviews about the benefits of spray foam insulation. Should he spend the money? How would he find a qualified spray foam insulation installer? His poorly insulated attic
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