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R-value

R-value is the unit of measurement used to gauge a material’s ability to reduce the rate of heat flow.  Everything has an R-value and in insulation it is used to rate the effectiveness and quality of products.  Different products have…

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Air sealing attic

One of the most important factors in keeping a healthy energy efficient home is to ensure the entire envelope of your building is air sealed. Much like a balloon, poking holes in your homes building envelope will let air escape. …

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Attic insulation article

Read a great article on the Construction Instruction website discussing some of the same factors we do here on our IDEAL blog.  You can read the full article HERE.    There is also a nice visual representation of Attic insulation…

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Soffit ventilation

Attic inspections consider 3 major factors:  R-value (measure of thermal resistance) of current insulation, Continuity of ceiling vapor barrier and Ventilation.  Ventilation is evaluated in 2 ways: Intake (usually in through the soffit cavities) and Exhaust (through vents installed high…

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Attic Rain

CBC Calgary recently reported on an unfortunate instance of Attic condensation termed "Attic Rain". You can read the article HERE. As Attic insulators we come across this phenomena during the Winter months. It is caused by a combination of 3…

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Attic ventilation. Why is it needed?

Attic ventilation is an important factor in protecting your roof. Moisture can build in the attic from hot air sources produced within the home: bathrooms, laundry, cooking, and humidifiers. It is important to expel this air to ensure that mold…

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Update: Alberta Energy Rebates Programs

We posted back in July that the Alberta Government was planning a new round of Energy rebates.  As per this recent article in the Calgary Herald it appears as though this program is on hold. Read here. IDEAL can still…

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Uneven Attic Insulation

At this time of year it is common for Homeowners to identify cold areas of their home.  There are several potential causes and one of the simplest can be uneven or missing insulation in the Attic.  Attics are closed off…

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Upcoming Alberta Energy Rebate Programs

Looks like there is new round of AB Government energy rebate programs on the way for Fall 2014. No firm details for now. Calgary Herald article attached HERE. You attic is one of the easiest areas of your home to…

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