INSULATION

Wheaton Door and Window offers Whole House Air Sealing, a very effective way of reducing energy consumption by reducing air leakage in homes and buildings.  This process involves the use of a blower door, which includes a fan that pulls air out of the house and allows outside air to flow in through unsealed cracks and openings.  Our mechanics can then find these leaks with the use of a smoke pencil and seal them.  This process results in lowering energy consumption, avoiding moisture condensation problems and uncomfortable drafts.

Air leakage, or infriltration, is outside air that enters a house uncontrollably through cracks and openings.  A leaky house that allows a moldy, dusty crawlspace or attic air to enter is not healthy!  The recommended strategy in both new and old homes is to reduce air leakage as much as possible and to provide controlled ventilation as needed.

Is it worth the time and hassle?

If you feel like you're spending too much money on heating or cooling your home without getting the results you want, it may be time to insulate!

Air infiltration can account for 30 percent or more of a home's heating and cooling costs and contribute to problems and moisture, noise, dust, and the entry of pollutants, insects, and rodents.  Reducing infiltration can significantly cut annual heating and cooling costs, improve building durability and create a healthier indoor environment.  The size of heating and cooling equipment can also be decreased which can also save additional money. 

In this era of rising energy costs, choosing the best insulation for your application is more important than ever. Whether it’s new construction or an existing home/structure, a properly insulated home/building will save you a lot of money! Studies have shown that improperly or insufficient insulation costs utility customers up 50% more than what they would normally pay on their utility bills. This Insulation section of our website will provide you with concise information on the services/products that we provide. This will enable you to make wise decisions when choosing your insulation for your energy saving application.