Cellulose Insulation - 100% Borate Cellulose
Cellulose Insulation is one of the highest quality insulation products on the market today. Cellulose insulation is made from recycled newspaper* and 100% borate fire retardant chemical. With cellulose, you will start recognizing the financial benefit almost immediately.Owners of cellulose insulated homes typically report heating and cooling bills up to 40% lower than homes with other types of insulation. Cellulose insulation pays back the extra cost in just a few years. After that, it's all saved dollars for the homeowner!
100% borate cellulose insulation is certified by the following agencies:
Why 100% Borate Cellulose?
Cellulose gives superior performance and safety in all the areas that count:
FIRE PROTECTION - 100% Borate Cellulose Insulation meets or exceeds all federal insulation standards.
THERMAL CONTROL - Thermal performance of insulation is measured in R-Values. The higher the R-Value, the more the material resists the flow of heat, the better it insulates. 100% borate cellulose insulation has a more effective R-Value per inch than fiberglass or rock wool.
ACOUSTICAL CONTROL - Cellulose fibers are short, hollow, and interlocking, allowing for high absorption of sound waves, thus reducing noise produced by plumbing, appliances, and outside sources. 100% borate cellulose insulation eliminates the voids and gaps which allows sound to penetrate or escape a structure.
THE SUPERIORITY OF BORATE - Our cellulose insulation is made using 100% Boron 10. This flame retardant system overcomes the negative character of other chemicals and has no ammonium off-gasing. Borates are a recognized wood preservative as well as a fungicide and insecticide control, especially as related to treatment of wood. Benefits include:
Resists Pests - For a complete registered pest control insulation, ask for our Thermolok InCide® PC Insulation.
Powerful, Yet Safe - 100% borate has the reputation for innovative excellence. With the most accurate and comprehensive toxicity study in the industry. We support our customer with uncompromised safety data. A copy of the report is available upon request.
Our 100% borate cellulose insulation is non-toxic, non-irritating, and contains no formaldehyde, no asbestos, fiberglass, mineral wool, and contains no ammonium sulfate.
Resists Fungus - Borates have long been known to be an excellent mildew and fungus control, while alternative fire retardants used by other cellulose manufacturers can actually foster unwanted growth.
HIGH STANDARDS - Our 100% borate cellulose insulation is subject to standards more stringent than those required for most other brands of insulation. This provides an assurance of quality and consistency for both residential and commercial applications.
100% borate cellulose insulation is one of the highest quality cellulose insulation brands available, manufactured and distributed to exacting standards to assure consistency and uniform high quality. It is manufactured from natural fibers, chemically treated to meet the safety standards of the US Consumer Products Safety Commission for flame resistance and the ability to resist corrosion.
For more information about 100% borate cellulose, please visit website at: www.mtfiber.com
Radiant Barrier is a multi-layer, reflective type of insulation, available in rolls of various widths and lengths, that reflects radiant heat back to its source. Two outer layers of aluminum foil reflect up to 97% of radiant heat. Each layer of foil is bonded to a tough layer of polyethylene for strength. Two inner layers resist conductive heat flow, while a center layer reinforces it.
How It Works: Radiant heat, the major source of heat flow, is energy in the form of infrared waves. It travels at the speed of light, even through a vacuum, and is either transmitted through, absorbed into, or reflected by any material it contacts. Air, water and glass, for example, transmit visible light in varying degrees. A white surface, such as snow, reflects it; a black surface absorbs it. Radiant barrier insulation reflects up to 97% of the radiant energy striking its surface. In other words, in the hot summer months, radiant barrier reflects the sun's rays while retaining interior heat.
R-Value Information: Most insulation is measured by R-values, which is the thermal resistance of the product. For a reflective insulation to be most effective, it must be installed with airspaces. The thermal value of the insulation system will vary depending on the size of the airspaces and the direction of heat flow. This is why with just radiant barrier, we can achieve several different R-values.
There are different types of fiberglass insulation and a number of manufacturers. Fiberglass inslation commonly comes in batts or blankets and can also be blown in. McHale's Insulation can advise you on the appropriate type and R-value to use for your climate code, and application to meet today's energy efficiency standards.
Most attics in the Bay Area are non-conditioned (they are not temperature controlled) so insulation needs to be installed on the attic's floor, rather than attached to the underside of the roof. Upgrading your home's attic insulation with an energy efficient insulation from McHale's will normally result in a noticeable improvement.
Bay Area homes built in the early 1970's or before likely were not constructed with any insulation in the walls. McHale's Insulation specializes in Injectable Cellulose insulation that can easily be used to fill wall cavities without removing the existing drywall (Sheetrock). With only a couple of small holes between each stud, we can insert the insulation and fill the walls resulting in a significant reduction in heat transfer. You also get the added bonus of increased sound insulation to keep out unwanted noise. Holes are spackled and walls are left ready for touch-up texturing and painting.
This area of homes is often skipped when upgrading insulation, but can make a big difference. When heat rises in a room, cold air from beneath the sub-flooring rises to take its place. Therefore insulating floors can make a home more comfortable and reduce PG&E bills. McHale's Insulation recommends homeowners install a vapor barrier on the ground in damp or musty crawl spaces and also between the floor and insulation.
McHale's Insulation can remove old insulation prior to remodeling work being done at your home. Cost depends on the amount of material being removed, its type and thickness, accessibility issues, and other factors. McHale's can provide you with a free inspection of the existing material to determine if it's still effective and whether or not it needs to be replaced.
