When choosing the appropriate type of insulation for your job, consider the insulating capacity, fire resistance, convective heat loss, moisture control, and settling and loss of insulating capacity. Insulate all exterior walls to at least R-19. Loose-fill or 'Blow-in' insulation is sprayed into spaces such as existing walls, attics, or hard to reach places. Loose-fill costs between $.50-.80 per sq.ft, or about $1,500 for a 2000 sq.ft. house, less with Tax Credits.

Select a 'Formaldehyde-Free' insulation to save on air quality and health, such as green insulation made from recycled blue jeans, newspapers, or other cellulose materials, or soy, cotton or sheep wool batting.

The ROI Calculation is based on saving $15 a month. Plus get Tax Credits: 10% of cost not to exceed $500 total.

Spray in insulation has the distinct advantage of filling in around pipes and electrical elements like outlets, in this case a wall sconce.

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