Insulation & Cooling Go Hand in Hand

In the summer, every degree counts. We know that it gets hot and humid outdoors and you want to stay cool whenever you can. As we turn on our A/C systems this summer and set our thermostats, we could potentially be feeding our cooling to the great outdoors—something that will cost us a pretty penny in the long run. That’s why insulation and cooling go hand-in-hand. Obviously, opening windows and the like will waste both heating and cooling. However, there are many outside-the-box solutions to insulation that many property owners overlook.

Ventilation & Attic Fans

Attic fans serve two distinct purposes: giving hot air the boot and letting cooler air in. During the winter, they’re not as necessary because it’s cool all of the time. However, when summer arrives, attic fans have to come out of hibernation. You should make sure your attic fan and ventilation systems are working at full force. Every summer at the beginning of the season, check your attic fans for ice damage, critters, debris, physical damage, or anything else that could negatively impact their efficiency. By keeping your attic well ventilated, you will spare the cooling in the rest of your property.

Window Insulation

Many people believe that when a window is closed, it’s working as intended. Modern windows are complex systems with several layers of glass and an intricate structure of insulation materials to ensure they don’t leak air. However, what people don’t realize is that over time, this intricate system deteriorates. Windows with old weather stripping and insulation will leak outside air in as the materials degrade with age. Not only that, but sunlight entering a window will reflect off the interior and generate heat. The best solution is to get quality blinds and curtains to keep the light out, and make sure the insulation on your windows is effective. Contact Care Temp, LLC today to learn tips on how to assess the status of your window insulation.

Roofing Insulation

Your roofing insulation is easily one of the most important, and also one of the easiest areas, to overlook. Many people are satisfied with their roofing as long as it doesn’t leak water. However, even though some materials may be well waterproofed, that doesn’t mean they don’t transmit heat or let hot air into your property. Every few years, we recommend that our clients have their roof checked by a professional in order to keep the cooling generated by their HVAC systems inside their properties. Our team can determine whether a roof’s poor insulation is affecting your efforts to keep your property cool.

Call Care Temp, LLC Today!

We have seen hundreds of properties and understand exactly where weak points lie and where improvements can be made. If we can’t perform the service ourselves, we have the right references to get it done. Insulation is very important in the summer. Don’t let your HVAC systems overwork themselves due to poor insulation. We’re also known for our boiler repair services around Monmouth County, NJ, and all of the surrounding regions.