Choosing the World’s Best Insulation for
Homes & Properties
-Why Lapolla Recommends Spray Foam-

Where Do Buildings Lose Energy?

Air flows in and out of a building through every hole, crack and crevice–roughly 33% of it infiltrates through walls, ceilings and floors. This exchange of air is the leading cause of escalated energy bills. The mechanical systems that heat and cool buildings are continuously operating; reducing extreme temperature variations minimizes the strain on these systems and leads to lower energy bills.

Lapolla’s advanced spray foam insulation system works by sealing the building envelope to prevent conditioned indoor air from escaping, as well as unconditioned, outdoor air from entering.

Superior energy efficiency mostly depends on creating a better air “seal.” Wall insulation is a significant issue toward energy savings, but there are other factors that will lower a structure’s efficiency. As much as 40% of energy loss is due to air infiltration. Therefore, the most effective way to improve energy efficiency and comfort in your home or commercial property is to seal it with foam.

• Moisture Control – Doors and Windows: Water and moisture in the building envelope is the single, greatest threat to building durability in residential construction. In addition to causing building-durability issues, moisture can create ideal conditions for mold growth, which can dramatically impact occupant health.
• Air Leakage – Ceilings, Outer Walls Floors and Crawlspaces: Unsealed, responsible for about a third of the air leakage in a building.