It seems like every year the cost of energy climbs, so there's no better time than now to check if your home is properly insulated. Ray St. Clair Roofing is a family-owned-and-operated business that's been servicing the Greater Cincinnati area since 1954, providing customers with energy-saving solutions for their homes.

While working on client's homes, the professional roofing contractors often find instances of poor or inadequate insulation, resulting in higher energy bills.

Fiberglass has been the standard in home insulation, but there is an alternative: cellulose insulation. Cellulose insulation is environmentally friendly and non-toxic, and 80% of it is made of recycled newspaper. Cellulose insulation blocks air in a home better than fiberglass—and this point can not be overstated. More importantly, it's treated with non-toxic borate compounds to resist insects, mold, and fire, making cellulose more fire-safe than fiberglass.

Because cellulose can flow around obstructions and penetrate odd-shaped cavities in an attic, it will completely fill voids where you need insulation. This makes your home more air-tight, quieter (because it's more compact than fiberglass), energy efficient, and safe. Studies show that cellulose-insulated buildings use 20-40% less energy than buildings that are insulated with fiberglass.

If you're thinking about having new insulation put in your home, or consulting a professional to see if your insulation is hurting the cost of your energy bill, reach out to Ray St. Clair Roofing. The staff will discuss your attic insulation options and let you know if cellulose insulation is the proper alternative for your home. Visit the company online or give the staff a call at (513) 874-1234 for more information about the services provided, like roofing repair and gutter instalation. Make a switch to an insulation that's better for the environment, and better for your wallet!