A house that is not properly insulated can result in higher energy bills and overworked furnaces and air conditioners. Because most insulation is inside the walls of the home, it can be difficult to know if it is bad. Checking the layers of insulation in the attic can give homeowners an idea, but if that looks ok then it is time to check for other signs. Frozen pipes, cold walls and floors and unexplained temperature fluctuations can all indicate a poorly insulated house.
1. Frozen Pipes
Anyone who lives in an area where the temperatures plummet below freezing during the winter months may have to deal with a frozen pipe at some point. If the cause for the frozen pipe cannot be easily spotted, it may be due to a lack of proper insulation. Ask insulation contractors Maryland to evaluate the situation and give a professional opinion. Continue reading