AFT Insulation – What Type of Insulation is Right For Your Home Or Building?

AFT Insulation is one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce your home or building’s energy costs. Most homes and buildings have too little insulation, causing rooms to be hot or cold and increasing utility bills. Insulation can also improve comfort by eliminating drafts and providing a sound barrier.

There are many different types of insulation materials available, each with specific advantages and disadvantages. The type of insulation and installation method will have a significant impact on the total project cost.

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Most insulation projects are priced by square foot, and the costs of installation and removal of old insulation will drive the project price up significantly. The R-value of the insulation, and where it is located in the house or building also influences cost. R-values of spray foam insulation are higher, but can cost 4-5x more than cellulose or fiberglass insulation.

The Edit Insulations panel allows you to add or edit user-defined insulation material data that will be used for heat transfer calculations in pipes in AFT Fathom. This is useful if your project uses a material other than the defaults supplied with AFT Fathom.

The most common form of insulation is fiberglass which is made from recycled newspapers and cardboard, treated with nonhazardous chemicals and then formed into blocks or batts. It’s an excellent option for attics and walls and provides good R-value with relatively low cost. Cellulose is another popular choice for attics and walls. It is made from paper fibers – recycled newspaper and cardboard – that are treated with nonhazardous chemicals to make them fire resistant. It has a very high R-value with a density up to 4 per inch, and is considered environmentally friendly.

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