When temperatures fall or rise, many homeowners notice their heating or cooling bills skyrocketing, but don't realize poor insulation might be the culprit. At Dun-Rite Insulation, we frequently see homes losing efficiency and comfort due to inadequate insulation. Here are seven telltale signs your home might need an insulation upgrade:

1. Inconsistent Temperatures Between Rooms

If some rooms feel like refrigerators while others remain stubbornly warm, you're likely experiencing insulation inconsistencies. Properly insulated homes maintain even temperatures throughout all living spaces.

2. High Energy Bills

Compare your cooling costs to previous years or to neighbors with similar-sized homes. If your bills seem excessive, your insulation may be allowing cool air to escape and warm air to infiltrate.

3. Warm Walls, Floors, or Ceilings

Touch your interior walls, ceilings, and floors on a hot day. They should feel cool. If they feel warm, heat is transferring through your insufficient insulation.

4. HVAC System Running Constantly

Your air conditioner should cycle on and off periodically. If it seems to run non-stop, it's fighting a losing battle against heat infiltration caused by poor insulation.

5. Hot Upper Floors

Heat naturally rises. If your second floor or attic spaces are significantly warmer than lower levels, your attic insulation isn't doing its job of blocking heat transfer from your roof.

6. Drafts and Air Movement

While more commonly noticed in winter, air leaks work year-round. In summer, they allow precious cooled air to escape while letting hot, humid outside air seep in.

7. Pest Infiltration

A sudden increase in insects or rodents might indicate they've found entry points in your exterior walls—the same gaps that are compromising your insulation's effectiveness.

The Insulation Solution

Modern insulation options provide year-round benefits. Spray foam insulation, in particular, creates an air seal along with thermal resistance, addressing both conductive and convective heat transfer issues.

Contact Dun-Rite Insulation Today

Ready to get started? Complete our online form or call us at 608-577-3020 to get a no-cost estimate or to schedule a Home Energy Audit.

Dun-Rite Insulation has been Wisconsin's trusted insulation expert for over 40 years. Our experienced professionals understand the unique challenges of Wisconsin's climate and the specific needs of older, existing homes.

When You Want It Done Right, Choose Dun-Rite Insulation.

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