Basics of Insulation
Did you know that insulation installed in homes and buildings
saves over 400 trillion BTU’s annually—enough to power the state of
Florida for 4 years
1?
A recent Harvard study on energy consumption found that nearly 65%
of U.S. homes (45 million total) have insulation levels that are
below the 2000 IECC (International Energy Conservation Code)
levels. This translates to more than 800 trillion BTU’s (British
Thermal Units) that could be saved each year. Properly insulated
new homes would save 300 billion BTUs each year. This equals 28
supertankers of crude oil and 300 billion cubic feet of natural
gas.
So, when you think insulation, you’re well on your way to
reducing energy costs. Adding fiber glass insulation above minimum
building requirements whether in a
commercial or
residential space significantly increases energy
savings, and enhances the overall quality of your indoor
environment.
Begin saving today.
If you’re a homeowner, insulation can cut your monthly utility
bills by up to 48%
2 and
add to the
resale value of your home. For
commercial buildings, thesavings can also be significant.
Plus, there are financial rewards in the form of rebates or
tax
incentives from the
2005 Energy Bill signed by President Bush for
homeowners, residential and commercial builders.
1Source: Green and
Competitve–The Energy, Environmental and Economics Benefits of
Fiber Glass and Mineral Wool Insulation Products by Energy
Conservation Management, Inc., Alliance to Save Energy, Barakat
& Chamberlin Inc.
2Your fuel savings from insulation will
depend upon the climate, the type and size of your house, the
amount of insulation already in your house, and your fuel use
patterns and family size.