A&J Spray Foam
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Spray Foam Insulation Annapolis, MD
A & J Spray Foam has trained and experienced insulation contractors. We specialize in installing top-quality spray foam insulation in Annapolis, MD homes and commercial buildings. Our energy-efficiency professionals analyze your insulation needs and customize a plan for installing spray foam insulation for your Annapolis, MD home or business.
Annapolis, MD has five months with temperatures above 80 degrees. December, January, and February, and sometimes November and March can have below-freezing temperatures. Is your insulation up to the job? Are you cool enough in Maryland’s hot summer months and warm enough in winter without paying high energy bills? If not, new insulation will help. Are some rooms warm enough while others stay cold in winter? Are upper floors hot in the summer? We can correct the problem. Whether you need residential or commercial insulation, our expert insulation contractors can give you a healthier, more energy-efficient, and comfortable home or office. In your Annapolis, MD home, A & J installs spray insulation as wall insulation, attic insulation, and crawl space insulation.
A & J Spray Foam professionals will visit your Annapolis, MD home or business and measure its energy efficiency. We use the measurements and information we gather to present you with a plan and estimate. Our installers remove old insulation and install spray foam insulation in your Annapolis, MD structure to leave you with a clean, comfortable, energy-efficient living or workspace.
Annapolis, MD has five months with temperatures above 80 degrees. December, January, and February, and sometimes November and March can have below-freezing temperatures. Is your insulation up to the job? Are you cool enough in Maryland’s hot summer months and warm enough in winter without paying high energy bills? If not, new insulation will help. Are some rooms warm enough while others stay cold in winter? Are upper floors hot in the summer? We can correct the problem. Whether you need residential or commercial insulation, our expert insulation contractors can give you a healthier, more energy-efficient, and comfortable home or office. In your Annapolis, MD home, A & J installs spray insulation as wall insulation, attic insulation, and crawl space insulation.
A & J Spray Foam professionals will visit your Annapolis, MD home or business and measure its energy efficiency. We use the measurements and information we gather to present you with a plan and estimate. Our installers remove old insulation and install spray foam insulation in your Annapolis, MD structure to leave you with a clean, comfortable, energy-efficient living or workspace.
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What Does Insulation Do?
Before you have A & J install your insulation, you should understand the whole process first. Insulation contractors install the material in open spaces within a structure. The insulation material limits air movement, which limits heat transfer when added between attics and roofs and outer and inner walls, and floors and basements, ceilings, and attics. Lower levels of heat transfer mean lower energy bills.
Your HVAC system does more than heat or cool the air. It also filters the air. Insulation prevents healthier conditioned air from leaking out and unhealthy outside air with irritants and pollutants from entering your living or working space. Pollen, mold, dust, and other irritants and contaminants in the outside air can irritate asthma and cause respiratory illnesses. A healthier indoor environment means reducing illness and allergies. Spray foam insulation has additional benefits for Annapolis, MD homes and businesses. It adds to a structure’s strength, provides soundproofing insulation, and prevents pests and moisture.
Your HVAC system does more than heat or cool the air. It also filters the air. Insulation prevents healthier conditioned air from leaking out and unhealthy outside air with irritants and pollutants from entering your living or working space. Pollen, mold, dust, and other irritants and contaminants in the outside air can irritate asthma and cause respiratory illnesses. A healthier indoor environment means reducing illness and allergies. Spray foam insulation has additional benefits for Annapolis, MD homes and businesses. It adds to a structure’s strength, provides soundproofing insulation, and prevents pests and moisture.
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What is Spray Foam Insulation?
Spray foam insulation was initially used for insulation in airplanes in the 1940s because they could get it everywhere they needed it. Spray foam insulation has become the most popular insulation because scientists and manufacturers have continually experimented and improved the foam formulas and installation processes over the past 80 years. Spray foam insulation in homes and businesses in Annapolis, MD differs from more traditional insulations like fiberglass, blown-in cellulose, and rock wool. Insulation installers from A & J Spray Foam combine two chemicals at the same time that react chemically to produce an insulating foam. The foam hardens quickly and blocks moisture and sound, and prevents air movement and heat loss like other insulations.
There are three spray foam insulation options you could choose from for your Annapolis, MD home, or business:
There are three spray foam insulation options you could choose from for your Annapolis, MD home, or business:
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1. Open-cell Spray Foam InsulationOpen-cell spray foam insulation costs the least but provides the best soundproofing insulation.
When construction materials expand and contract due to changing temperatures, open-cell spray foam insulation holds up better because of its more flexible nature. |
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2. Closed-cell Spray Foam InsulationClosed-cell insulation prevents air movement better than open-cell. Installing closed-cell spray foam insulation in an Annapolis, MD building strengthens the structure.
The closed-cell foam also delivers higher water resistance, preventing leak damage to your walls and ceilings |
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3. High-Density Spray Foam InsulationHigh-density spray foam insulation takes closed-cell spray foam another step. It has the highest density, repels water best, and has the highest insulation (called R-Factor or Value) per inch.
High-density spray foam insulation works the best for roof insulation and repair and exterior wall insulation on commercial buildings. |
What is R-Value?
Insulation contractors and builders judge an insulation’s effectiveness by looking at its R-value or R-factor rating.
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R stands for resistance, and the number tells you how well the insulation resists air or heat movement. The three spray insulation types have different R-factors, and resistance increases as the number of inches increases. An inch of closed-cell spray foam has a higher R-value than one inch of open-cell spray foam. An inch of high-density foam beats the other two types. Our professionals know which R-factor number to recommend for the Maryland climate. Learn more about R-value for your region.
R-value is higher per inch than in most insulation types. Open-cell R-Value typically falls between 3.6 and 3.7 and closed-cell between six and seven per inch. Fiberglass insulation fibers that are blown-in can have an R-factor as lows as 2.2 and blown-in cellulose 3.25 to 3.6. |
How Much Money Will I Save with Spray Foam Insulation?
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Adding any insulation costs money, but the long-term savings make the expense worth it. Energy bills continue to increase, frustrating homeowners and reducing business profits. Spray foam insulation saves an average of 20-25% on Annapolis, MD utility bills. Your actual savings depend on which spray foam type and thickness A & J Spray Foam installs. The thicker the foam is, the better it insulates.
Improving energy efficiency with insulation can save you thousands of dollars a year. While other insulation like fiberglass or cellulose insulation breaks down and needs replacing, spray insulation lasts indefinitely. Since spray foam insulation lasts for as long as your house or building lasts, the savings over the years will continue. You should recoup the expense of spray foam insulation installation within a few years. |
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Why Do We Recommend Spray Foam Insulation?
There are other types of insulation available. We recommend spray foam insulation in Annapolis, MD houses and buildings because of the following eight advantages:
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1. Long-LastingInsulation materials like blown-in cellulose or fiberglass rolls break down over time. The less insulation there is, the less effective it is. Water from a leaky roof or plumbing can accelerate the loss. Cellulose insulation, typically pulverized paper, becomes a mess to remove if your roof leaks. Foam Insulation installed by A & J Spray Foam will never break down and will insulate your Annapolis, Maryland home indefinitely. Because you do not replace it, spray foam insulation is a greener choice.
2. FastA & J Spray Foam can typically complete a home insulation installation in a day. Commercial insulation takes longer and depends on the size of the building and how much insulation we need to remove. The foam dries within a few minutes and completely cures in just 24 hours.
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3. Best at InsulatingThis liquid that expands into spray foam insulation fills up space completely and seals cracks, holes, and crevices left by builders, plumbers, and electricians. If your home has unusual architectural elements like skylights, some insulation won't work well. Spray foam insulation works best for intricately shaped spaces in your Annapolis, MD home. Insulation ability, R-value, is higher per inch for spray foam insulation than most other insulation materials. That means treated air stays in, and the untreated outside air stays out.
4. Water BarrierWater leaks would ruin some insulation, but spray foam insulation installed in a home or business in Annapolis, MD actually prevents water from getting in. FEMA names spray foam insulation a” flood damage-resistant product." A flood damage-resistant material doesn't sustain significant damage if it's in contact with water for an extended period. Read more about FEMA factors that influence flood insurance rates. Spray foam insulation enhances structural strength, which also prevents flood damage. Spray foam insulation also prevents water damage by cutting condensation. Attic or basement spaces untreated by your HVAC system can trap vapor created by outside temperature change. Water can damage walls and ceilings. Insulation installed by A & J Spray Foam in Annapolis, MD prevents condensation by regulating the space’s temperature. Preventing leaks saves you from expensive repair bills.
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5. Soundproofing InsulationSpray foam insulation buffers sound. The hardened foam makes walls and ceilings solid rather than hollow. Solid walls keep out traffic noise and your neighbor's loud party music. If your commercial building is near an airport or construction zone, soundproofing with spray foam will give you a quieter office.
6. Structural StrengthFilling wall and ceiling spaces in an Annapolis, MD commercial building with spray foam makes that structure sturdier and more able to withstand high winds. Your Annapolis, MD, house will also be safer with spray foam insulation installation.
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7. Repel PestsSpray Foam Insulation in an Annapolis, MD home or business blocks access routes for pests. Insects and rodents can't get in when cracks and holes are full of spray foam.
8. Increased ValueA home buyer wants a well-insulated home because no one wants high heating and air conditioning bills. Commercial property buyers or leasers don't want high utility bills either and look at buildings with healthy air and comfortable temperatures for their employees. Since spray foam insulation lasts indefinitely, a new owner will not need to replace it. Having A & J Spray Foam install spray foam insulation in your Annapolis, MD home or business increases the property's value.
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Contact Us
Call and speak to our staff today. A & J Spray Foam provide our customers with the best residential or commercial insulation installation at the most reasonable price. As spray foam insulation specialists, we evaluate your Annapolis, MD, home or business building and give you expert recommendations and a free estimate.
Our trained, experienced insulation contractors remove old insulation, install spray insulation quickly, and leave you with a more energy-efficient and comfortable home or workplace. We know you will be happy with the job we do, so call us today.
Our trained, experienced insulation contractors remove old insulation, install spray insulation quickly, and leave you with a more energy-efficient and comfortable home or workplace. We know you will be happy with the job we do, so call us today.