Recommended R-Value Insulation

What You Should Know About R-Values

In order for your home to achieve maximum comfort and energy performance, it must be well insulated. So, how do you know what insulation level is right for your home? That's where insulation R-value comes in.

What is insulation R-value? Insulation is used to restrict the amount of heat that is able to enter or leave your home. In the summer, insulation blocks outdoor heat from getting in. In the winter, insulation keeps the heat generated from your furnace from escaping to the outside.

To learn more about R-values, call Premier Insulation Inc at (405) 659-1046. Be sure to check out the rebates that are available listed on this website!

Fiberglass Insulation and the R-Value

Fiberglass insulation is given an R-value. An R-value is a number that's used to describe a given insulation's ability to resist heat flow. The higher the R-value of the insulation, the better it is at restricting the flow of heat. What is the proper insulation R-value for my home? The recommended R-value for different homes depends on a few different things, including where in the house the insulation is being applied and the climate where the home is located.

The EPA sections the country into different climate zones in order to provide an accurate recommendation for insulation R-value in homes.

Find Out About What Insulation Levels You Need

Most of Oklahoma, including the Oklahoma City metro area, is in zone 3. The recommended insulation levels for attics in our area are R30-R49. You can get more information about recommended insulation levels for homes by clicking on the link above to visit the EnergyStar.Gov website. 

Effective insulation requires proper installation. It's important to note that in order for insulation to achieve its maximum R-value, it must be properly installed. If insulation is not installed correctly, heat will find its way into or out of your home through openings in studs, joints and more. That's why it's important to hire a professional insulation contractor when adding insulation to your home.