Insulation helps your home maintain a comfortable temperature year-round, but its purposes extend far beyond comfort alone. Proper insulation reduces energy waste and keeps your heating and cooling bills down. As it starts to age, it begins to lose its effectiveness, allowing air to flow in and out of your home even when your windows are closed. When your home no longer retains cool or warm air, an insulation contractor can help.

To identify a problem, there are a few common signs to look for:

1. Drafts  

One thing you never want to experience inside your home is the sensation of a cool breeze. Drafts are usually a sign of poor insulation, but it’s possible your windows could be an issue too. Get in touch with a contractor to identify where this air is coming from.

2. Cool Walls & Floors

Walls and floors can be cool, especially if you’re running the AC. However, if it’s winter and your heat is cranking but they’re still cold to the touch, there’s likely a larger issue at play. An insulation contractor will inspect the walls and structure of your home to locate and fix the problem.

3. Temperature Disparities

Unless your home is set up in zones and you’re purposely keeping certain areas cooler or warmer than others, the rooms in your house should maintain a fairly consistent temperature. A significant change from one area to the next could indicate an isolated insulation problem.

4. High Energy Bills

In extreme weather, your heating and cooling systems will run often. If they seem to be working nonstop, however, you could be losing warm or cool air through failed insulation. Have your energy bills spiked in both the winter and summer months? If they’re much higher than expected, it’s a good indication your systems have been working harder to make up for air transfer in and out of your house.

If you’re experiencing any of the issues described, Bulldog Contractors will inspect your home to find the right solution. They have locations in Minnesota, Colorado, and Texas, and their team of insulation contractors have more than a century’s worth of combined experience. To learn more about their services, including roofing, siding, and storm damage repair, visit them online. Or, reach one of their locations directly by calling (800) 888-2855 for Lakeville, MN; (303) 481-4291 for Centennial, CO; or (469) 757-8571 for Plano, TX.