Cellulose Insulation Winnipeg

Looking to boost your home’s energy efficiency while reducing your carbon footprint? One of the most effective ways to ensure your home is comfortable and energy-efficient is to invest in quality insulation and our reliable installation services. Keeping your home comfortable year-round is important. In summer you want your home to stay cool and refreshing. In winter you want it to stay warm and cozy. Cellulose insulation is an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. Our expert installation team will properly insulate your home to protect it from harsh weather, fire, mold, and pests, while reducing your energy bills and keeping you cozy year-round!

Cellulose Insulation being blown into attic to R-50.

What is Cellulose Insulation?

Cellulose insulation is an eco-friendly loose-fill thermal insulation material made from recycled paper products, such as newspapers and cardboard. After the paper products are shredded, they are treated with a fire retardant and borate flame retardant to improve fire resistance and deter pests and resist mold. With our cellulose insulation services, we typically blow-in cellulose insulation into attics, walls, and floor cavities, similar to how we install spray foam insulation. We strongly prefer blown-in cellulose insulation over fibreglass because of its superior thermal performance (see demo). Its higher density minimizes air and drafts in any attic, wall or ceiling, and maintains the required R-value even at very cold temperatures, making it an excellent choice for attic insulation. For further information about the cellulose we use is available from the web site of our manufacturer – North Star Fibre in Morden, MB

Completed R-50 cellulose insulation with cardboard air-flow chutes installed at eaves edges.

Benefits of Cellulose Insulation vs Fibreglass Insulation

Cellulose insulation offers several advantages over traditional fibreglass insulation:

Improved Energy Efficiency: Cellulose insulation a higher thermal resistance (R-value) than fibreglass insulation, which means it is more effective at preventing heat transfer. This can result in significant energy savings on your heating and cooling energy bills.
Environmentally Friendly: Made from recycled paper products, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly insulation solution.
Superior Sound Absorption: Blown-in cellulose insulation is also a great choice for soundproofing applications. It can help to reduce noise transmission between rooms and from outside the home.
Sealing Air Leaks: Effectively seals small cracks and gaps in walls and attics, helping to prevent drafts and improve overall comfort.
Fire & Pest Resistance: Cellulose insulation is treated with fire retardants to meet building code requirements, which also deters pests such as mice, squirrels, and raccoons.
Mold & Moisture Resistance: The borate in cellulose insulation also repels moisture and inhibits the growth of mold and mildew. However, it’s important to note that cellulose insulation should not be used in areas with direct exposure to water.
Breathable Material: Allows some moisture vapour to pass through. This natural ventilation can help to prevent moisture and condensation.

How Cellulose Insulation is Installed

Cellulose insulation is typically installed by a professional insulation contractor. The insulation is blown into attics, walls, and floor cavities using a special machine. The contractor will first determine the appropriate thickness of insulation for your home, based on factors such as climate and building code requirements. They will then create small holes in the walls or attic to allow for the insulation to be blown in. Once the insulation is in place, the holes will be patched and sealed.

Where Cellulose Insulation Can Be Installed

Cellulose insulation can be installed in a variety of areas in your home, including:

Attics: Attics are one of the most common places for cellulose insulation to be installed. Properly insulating your attic can significantly reduce your energy costs.
Walls: Cellulose insulation can be blown into wall cavities to improve thermal performance and soundproofing.
Floor Cavities: Cellulose insulation can also be placed in floor cavities to help keep your home comfortable and energy-efficient.

Starting up the blower motor to pump fresh cellulose into an attic space.

Cost

The cost of cellulose insulation will vary depending on a number of factors, including the size of your home, the amount of insulation needed, and the labour costs of the installer. However, cellulose insulation is generally comparable in cost to fibreglass insulation.

Additional Considerations

Here are some additional things to consider when deciding if cellulose insulation is right for your home:

Attic Ventilation: Proper ventilation is important with any type of insulation, but it is especially important with cellulose insulation. Cellulose insulation allows some moisture vapour to pass through, and proper ventilation helps to ensure that this moisture does not condense and cause problems.
Professional Installation: Cellulose insulation should be installed by a professional insulation contractor to ensure that it is placed properly and meets building code requirements.
Settling: Cellulose insulation can settle over time, so it may be necessary to have it topped up periodically.

Cellulose insulation is a versatile, energy-efficient, and eco-friendly insulation solution that can help to improve the comfort, R-value and energy efficiency of your home and attic. If you are looking for an insulation material that is good for the environment and your wallet, cellulose insulation is the perfect choice. Our cellulose insulation services will make you glad you chose Above All Insulation – cellulose insulation services you can trust!