Insulation keeps your commercial building warm in the winter and cool in the summer to help manage monthly energy costs and promote your company from an eco-friendly standpoint. If your building requires new insulation, learn about two common options, fiberglass and commercial spray foam insulation.

Fiberglass

Fiberglass traps air within minute glass fibers to slow down the heat transfer process. While the sheets do get installed in the walls, air leaks can still result. Also, although fiberglass insulation sheets make DIY jobs possible, home and business owners can inhale the tiny glass fibers or find them lodged in their skin. Professional installation subsequently provides the safest option.

Fiberglass may offer relative affordability and easy attic insulation, but it features the lowest R-value, or the ability to resist the flow of heat, of any insulating material. It also poses installation challenges in closed walls since they must be taken apart. It is therefore not recommended for commercial spaces that do not have attic sections. Fiberglass insulation lasts up to 25 years if it remains dry.

Spray Foam

Chemical-based spray polyurethane foam insulation (SPF) forms airtight seals in ceilings and walls, expanding almost 100 times from its original volume. Spray foam provides insulation in crevices that fiberglass and other insulation options cannot reach to protect homes and businesses from extreme weather as well as pests, moisture, dust, pollen, and mold. It provides a quality sound barrier compared to fiberglass, which proves helpful in office environments and other commercial spaces where soundproofing is needed.

Commercial spray foam insulation retains heat in frigid temperatures, unlike fiberglass that provides virtually no relief in extreme cold. The product subsequently enjoys a better R-value and lasts 80 or more years because spray foam does not deteriorate quickly. SPF recoups its costs quickly thanks to superior efficiency and longevity. It must be installed by a professional due to the use of chemicals. 

If commercial spray foam insulation is right for your business, contact A & M Contractors, Inc. Based in Lincoln, NE, this company provides the entire state with commercial and industrial roofing services in addition to commercial spray foam insulation. Call the fully licensed and insured company today at (402) 890-2343 to schedule an estimate or visit the contractors online for more info about insulation services.