One of the most common misconceptions about home insulation is that you don’t have to worry about it ever again if at one point you already made the investment. Whether you had your home built or you purchased an existing home and the home inspector deemed the insulation to be adequate, if it has been […]
There is absolutely nothing wrong with putting your expertise to work on a DIY project for your home. However, notice the one important word in that sentence – expertise. If you do not know anything about attic insulation, you don’t want to put your home and family in jeopardy. There is a great deal of […]
One of the good things about living in Florida is that it is highly unlikely you’ll ever have to deal with frozen pipes or ice dams because you need more home insulation. However, just because you don’t have this symptom to be concerned about, doesn’t mean there aren’t others you do need to consider. Here […]
It only takes one extra cold winter or major heat wave in the summer to remind you that proper insulation in your home is important. One of the ways in which your home may not be as energy efficient as you might think is if you have recessed lights, which are also referred to as […]
Most people know insulation is a necessary part of your home, but it’s also important to know how insulation works. Knowing and understanding the insulation R-values of the materials in your home will help you feel more confident when you have to deal with fixing or replacing insulation. At Polk County Insulation, we are happy […]
Batting insulation is commonly used in homes, and there are many reasons why. Batting insulation can be used in many spaces, like walls, attics, basements, ceilings, and crawl spaces. It can also be installed rather quickly, and is very efficient when it comes to saving energy. Of course, there are downsides to using this kind […]
With so many options for home insulation, it can be hard to know where to start. Is this a job you can do yourself, or is it necessary to hire someone? Which type of insulation will be the best choice for my home? If you are wondering what to do for your home insulation, feel […]
Insulation removal is a big job, and one that should be done by a professional technician. Serious problems can occur from improper removal of insulation in your home, especially if it’s done by someone without the right equipment or training. Instead of stressing about completing this complicated job by yourself, trust the professionals at Polk […]
Here at Polk County Insulation, we value each and every one of our customers and the people we know and work with, which is why we are sad to report that someone we know died from exposure to moth balls in their attic. Moth balls were stored in this space, and when the person we […]
Insulation is essential in any home or building because it helps regulate the temperature in the space. Most people are familiar with batting insulation as the most commonly used form of insulation. However, there are more options when it comes to insulation for your home. Blow-in, or loose-fill, insulation is a great option with many […]
