Energy Monitoring Systems & How They Help to Lower Power Bills

Energy Monitoring Systems & How They Help to Lower Power Bills

Let's first start off with describing what a Home Energy Monitoring System is, and how it is installed in your home to help you reduce energy consumption, thus lowering power bills. There are a variety of different manufacturer's and models of Home Energy Management Systems, and they vary in options, but they all perform the same function, and that's Energy Management.  Most all your home energy management systems will have a measuring tranmitting unit, which is the piece that attaches to your circuit board; then a gateway system of some sort, to send the wireless signal to your home computer.  It's pretty simple, but we recommend having a professional install anything to a breaker box, plus configuring the IP and Gateway is tricky for the inexperienced. Once they monitoring device is installed to the board, software is installed on your computer to get the readings off the device in the breaker box, with up to the minute stats of how much power you are using in your home, at every outlet in your home.  This enables the homeowner to see if old appliances are consuming too much energy, indicating bad appliances; or if the little red light on the DVD player is consuming a lot more energy then you thought.  Either way, it allows homeowners to identify unneeded electricity consumption.  Here are some of the benefits homeowners have seen from installing an energy monitoring device into their homes.

• See Where Power is Used and Wasted - monitor outlets, appliances, electronics
• Monitor Appliances Performance and Health - Indicates poor performing appliances
• Keep Your Family Safe - Mobile User Interface can tell if an appliance was left on or not.
• Lower your Utility Bills by up to 25% - lowers utilities by eliminating wasted power usage
• Use the Monitoring System on Your Terms - Cut the system on or off whenever you please.

Energy Management Systems are one of the most affordable "Green" Building Products for homeowners on the market today.  If your looking for control over your power usage, you need a energy management system from Retro Solutions Construction Company.  Get a Free Estimate in South Carolina on installation of a Energy Monitoring System here:

Call Dan at: 706-951-0158 or visit on the web at: http://www.scroofingcontractors.com 

We hope this blog has been informative and that  homeowners across the country will take advantage of this simple Energy Saving Home Improvement, that not only saves on utility bills, but better for the enviroment.  Stay tuned for more post to our blog on Energy Saving Home Improvements, and thanks for reading. 

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Solar Energy Powered Hot Water Heaters

SOLAR POWERED HOT WATER HEATERS

I know this is a spray foam insulation blog, but with the popularity of the blog growing, we've decided to add a little more about some of the other Energy Saving products, that really work to lower your energy bills.  Our company is located in Myrtle Beach, SC, and we can only do services in North and South Carolina; however information on Energy Saving Products and Green Building Products & Alternatives.  Most information you get is from retail chain home improvement stores, advertising their products and services, so they will have no information on a Solar Powered Hot Water Heater if there only selling electric & gas hot water heaters.  The way we find the best energy saving products is at trade shows and conventions, getting all the best technological advances, and information on, Green Building Products, & product reviews.  We will get links for some of these manufacturer's posted on our website soon at http://www.scroofingcontractors.com . 

So lets get into why Solar Powered Hot Water Heaters is a fast growing trend among homeowners, for more affordable energy saving home improvements, then say spray foam insulation.  The main reason is your hot water heater is one of your biggest consuming energy appliances in your home.  It can rank #2 to HVAC systems in homes with large families, and with increasing cost in natural gas & propane, even energy efficient gas powered hot water heaters are getting more expensive to operate.  If your reading this blog, you already know the cost for electricity is rising, so even with more efficient electric hot water heater, your still going to see the cost for this appliance to go up as well.  The only other alternative you have to save money on this energy consuming appliance in your home is to go solar powered.  

Solar Energy Powered Hot Water Heaters do cost slightly more to install, but energy saving and lower utility bills offset this cost in a short period of time, with payback from savings on utility bills.  Other than the main power source for heating the water, solar powered hot water heaters operate in a similar fashion as other hot water heaters, producing water at similar temperatures to that of gas & electric powered hot water heaters.  The main difference you will notice is your utility bill being reduced the next month after having a solar powered hot water heater installed into your home or business.  Installation of a Solar Energy Powered Hot Water Heater only takes a few hours, and a lot less intrusive installation method, then say a standing seam metal roof which can take weeks to complete in some instances.  If ease of installation versus other energy saving home improvements that reduce utility bills, Solar Powered Hot Water Heaters is at the top of the list.

The first question most of our customers have is: What if its a Cloudy Dady?  No problem, solar energy panels work almost like a battery for instance without going into detail, and vary in energy storing capabilities depending on models, brands, etc.  If your worried about a whole week, and live in snowy weather, solar energy hot water heaters are wired to  your electrical system, and have computer generated microchip sensors that tell it when it needs to convert to using electricity from your energy provider.  We get a lot of sunshine in South Carolina, and not much snow, so most of our customers see up to 90% savings on there hot water energy consumption.  Average savings per year for most, run $300-$500.  There is plenty of products out there that have product information on these products, and we get most of our thru a variety of dealers, depending on regions & sales territories.  We also choose to offer our clients a variety of options when it comes to picking a Solar Powered Hot Water Heater in South Carolina, there are many different needs & thriving new competition to big name competitors.  We have more residential clients then we have commercial clients, however Myrtle Beach SC, where our home office is located, is a popular tourist destination, and we have installed solar units into some of these hotels and resorts, with hotel owners seeing a dramatic reduction in hot water heating bills.  There's a lot of hot water heaters in a hotel!!  So lets not leave out small business owners looking to reduce utility bills as well.

My product review on solar powered hot water heater is top ratings for energy saving home improvements, you can't go wrong with this utility lowering green building product.  Solar Powered Alternatives for heating water is a growing industry, so even if your not in South Carolina or North Carolina, it should be very easy to find a contractor with the knowledge and capabilities to install a solar powered hot water heating unit or system.  With the government offereing a $300 tax credit for purchasing and having a unit installed in 2011, u see instant payback saving on having a Solar Hot Water heater installed.  Before we conclude this blog post for Solar Powered Hot Water Heaters, lets give a brief recap of the advantages and benefits of having a Solar Powered Hot Water Heater System installed in your home or business.


Advantages of Solar Powered Hot Water Heaters

• Energy Savings in the range of $320/year lower utility bills. (National Avg.)
• $300 federal tax credit in 2011.
• 10 Year Savings Average of over $3,000 for most families.
• Enviromentally Friendly.
• Going Green to Save the Planet.

We hope this has given you enough information on solar powered hot water heaters to be interested in purchasing one for your home or office, so call your local dealers today.  If you are reading this informational blog on spray foam insulation and other energy saving home improvements that reduce utility bills; and located in North Carolina or South Carolina, give us a call today at 706-951-0158, ask for Dan.  We can help you with all your green building product needs, and help lower your utility bills.  Learn more about our services below.  Thanks for reading, and stay tuned for my next blog on Standing Seam Metal Roofing and Why Its a Energy Star Product.

  

 

Retro-Solutions Construction Company
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Phone: 706-951-0158
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Retrofit Wall Foam Insulation Systems and How They Work

WALL FOAM INSULATION SYSTEMS  

What is Wall Foam Insulation?

Wall Foam Insulation is usually made up of a tripollymer resin and a odor free insulation material, mixing together to form wall foam insulation.  Its a two part system, similar to spray foam insulation, however wall foam can be injected into wall cavities, and the most affordable alternative for retrofit foam insulation customers.  With a wall foam insulation system, holes are drilled into the exterior walls of your home, and then the foam is injected into the cavity, and combining to form spray foam insulation in existing homes walls.  Wall Foam insulation works just like spray foam insulation, in that it expands once injected into the cavity, yet does not expand enough to damage walls or outlets.  If you have a older house, and your utility bills are really high, or your upstairs is 8-10 degrees hotter than the downstairs portion of your home, then you are probalby a good candidate for Wall Foam Insulation.  Retro-Solutions Construction company of South Carolina provides wall foam insulation services all over North and South Carolina.  Make sure to stick with a quality and reputable company when looking into hiring a wall foam insulation contractor.  Experienced contractors can make the installation process a lot less hassle free, and usually give you a more affordable price on wall foam insulation as well.  Below is a list of the main reasons why wall foam insulation is one of the best energy saving home improvements you can make.

Wall Foam Insulation Benefits and Reviews

• Lower Utility Bills - A wall foam insulated home can save you money on utility bills, helping your HVAC unit(s) to operate more efficiently and effectively, thus reducing energy bills.  HVAC efficiency is huge in the hot summers like South Carolina brings.
• Increase in Comfortablity - With lowered utility bills and increased energy savings, your home will also feel a lot more comfortable as well.  Chances are the only place in your home before wall foam insulation in a South Carolina summer is the air right beside it.  After installing wall foam insulation, or spray foam insulation, home's temperatures balance, and feel cooler in the summers and warmer in the winters.
• Increased Re-Sale Value - One statistic shows 86% of prospective real estate buyers consider a wall foam insulated home or office a more positive decision than one that is not.
• Increased Fire-Safety - Wall Foam Insulation is a Class A Fire Retartant Rating, making your home more safer in case of a breakout fire.
• Decreased Noise Pollution - Wall Foam Insulation in older homes & Spray Foam Insulation in New Homes have been shown to reduce noise by 75% or a 45-50db reduction average.
• Unbeatable R-Values - Wall Foam Insulation has R-Values for 2x4 studs ant R-16 and a 2x6 R-value rating of right near R-23, go try to find that in your local hardware stores insulation section.
• Eliminates Draft - Wall Foam Insulation can eliminates cool or warm drafts in your home by sealing all empty voids, especially exterior penetrations of the home where warm or cool air could be slipping in.
• Resist Pest - With a tighter fit than any other insulation product on the market, theres not much room for pest in there, and the pest pest control prevention is sealing off the home, and wall foam insulation is the best energy saving home improvement product on the market for doing this in retrofitted homes.
• Saves Money Over Time - Wall Foam is generally a lifetime product, outlasting the house or office building, thus eliminating re-insulation cost.  And as you get adjusted to a lower utility bill, you'll see the savings continue to go in your pockets as energy rates continue to rise.
• Enviromentally Friendly - Last but not least, wall foam insulation is an enviromentally friendly product, with Energy Star Ratings and Green Building Product listings for most manufaturer's products.  Green Building is the new way to go, and wall foam is a perfect option for a homeowner with an older or historic home looking for green energy product alternatives.

Hopefully we have answered some questions anyone reading this blog might have had, on what retrofitted wall foam insulation is, how retrofitted wall foam insulation works, and the benefits of having wall foam insulation installed in your home.  If you are looking for a Wall Foam Insulation Contractor in North Carolina, South Carolina, and eastern Georgia, then give us a call today.

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Applications & Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation in Commercial Building Use

Applications & Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation in Commercial Building Use

Some customers have been asking me lately about the use of spray foam insulation in commercial buildings like hotels, office buildings, etc.; and what are the advantages of using spray foam insulation in new commercial construction projects. The first question I get with spray foam insulation and commercial construction in Myrtle Beach, SC, is will I see the kind of energy savings in my office or building, as I would in my home?  The answer is yes.  There will be a signifigant reduction in energy consumption and capital spent on energy bills; however payback on investment takes a lot longer in most commercial building applications.  Spray Foam Insulation is more notable for its use in commercial buildings for other, applications and attributes, then just being a good insulater. 

Spray foam insulation is a widely used product all across the commercial construction industry, including South Carolina and North Carolina, the markets in which our company operates. Spray foam insulation in commercial buildings offer many different benefits for a commercial customer, then it usually does for our residential customres.  Some of our commercial customers are not even interested in the insulating capacities of spray foam insulation at all, but more in the soundproofing and accoustical qualities spray foam insulation displays in commercial building applications.  Spray foam insulation is one of the best soundproofing materials on the market, and often used in adding to the acoustics of movie theaters, musical venues, doctors offices, conference rooms, and more.  In most new commercial construction jobs, spray foam insulation is one of the cheaper alternatives when it comes to soundproofing a large commercial building.  By spraying instead of fastening the insulation to the walls of the structure, spray foam insulation is at least 80% more efficient in installing then fiberglass or soundproofing vats can be fastened.  This cuts down tremendously on labor cost, and gives spray foam insulation a competitive advantage when it comes to commercial applications, after you factor in energy savings resulting even at only 2.5" thick, minimum soundproofing thickness of foam, versus, 5.5" depth for insulation code depth, spray foam insulation R-values still outperform fiberglass by almost double. 

The next major spray foam insulation application in commercial building usage that is not generally seen residentially, is on the roof.  Many commercial building owners in South Carolina, especially Myrtle Beach, have flat roofs, and in the hot days of summer, these flat roofs get hot, resulting in energy loss and uncomfortable building temperatures.  Spray foam insulation is a much better insulation system for flat roofing then traditions 4 x 8 fastened black insulation boards.  Spray foam insulation is installed with ease on commercial roofing systems, and have warranties similar to EPDM, PVC, and TPO roofing materials.  If  your in the market for a new commercial roofing system in the South Carolina area, i'd definitely consider using a spray foam insulation roofing system.  The coating, similar to an elastometric coating material, but specially designed for our spray foam insulation and same manufacture, is appllied to the cured spray foam leading to an ultimate watertight roofing system with durability, easy maintanence, and easy repairs. 

A few other reasons why commercial builders use spray foam insulation in their commercial building projects, are for structural purposes, fireproofing, air barrier requirements, and vapor barrier requirements, some of the same requirements for residential buildings in South Carolina as well.  Often commercial building codes are much more stringent then residential building codes, so the extra structural strength qualities that closed cell spray foam insulation is known for, can get engineers to building specs for strenth requirements, and  other factors that come to play for wall and structural strength test.  Spray foam insulation can also be made into a fireproofing material, an expensive additive and/or different chemical types, dependinig on chemical manufacturer's. Spray foam insulation makes e a great fireproofing material, because of the ability to fill air voids, thus improving fire ratings for walls in commercial buildings.  Last but not least, we are back to the energy saving thing again, and I can promise you this, if there is a constant with spray foam insulation, that is it will save you money on energy bills.  Here is a brief list of some of the topics we discussed in the blog about spray foam insulation and its uses commercially.


Commercial Spray Foam Insulation Applications 

• Roofing - Excellent Roofing Insulation product reducing heat transfer at the hottest point of flat roofed buildings.
• Soundproofing - One of the best soundproofing products on the market, and fast installation
• Structural - Closed Cell Spray foam insulation has structural strength qualities
• Air Barrier - Just like in residential applications, spray foam is the best air barried
• Moisture Barrier - as with homes, commercial buildings can have areas prone to dampness.
• Fireproofing - though costly for material, can be applied rather quickly
• Energy Efficiency - a standard when it comes to spray foam insulation.

Call Retro-Solutions Construction Company of Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 with any questions, or for a free estimate on spray foam insulation or roofing services needed in North and South Carolina.

Dan - 706-951-0158

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Energy Saving Home Improvements in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Top 10 Best South Carolina Energy Savings Home Improvements

These are the Top Home Improvements that you can make in South Carolina, whether it be Myrtle Beach SC or Columbia SC.  What this list is based off of is cost vs. return on investment, because many Energy Saving Home Improvements are espensive to install, and paybacks vary from product to product.  Keep in mind these are only my opinions, however I have been working in the "Green" product industry for quite a few years now, and this is based on feedback I have recieved from thousands of customers.  As the cost of oil rises, the cost of Energy is going to go up, so it is a good time to consider lowering your home or office's energy consumption, to offset rising energy cost.  The company I listed in my last blog, Retro-Solutions Roofing and Insulation Contractors of Myrtle Beach, SC, offer a variety of Energy Saving products, and if your willing to pay for the newer technology, you can actually reduce your energy bill to nothing.  This is not something they recommend because most of these new "green" or energy saving products are still new technology, and very expensive to purchase and install.  Hopefully this will explain why even some of the products I list may not be the best energy saving product, just the most affordable option for most South Carolinians.

1. Spray Foam Insulation - As you can tell from the title of my blog, I am biased on this one, however in the matter of 3-5 years,  you'll be praising yourself for making this investment as it saves 33% more then my second rated energy saving home improvement.  You will have then, in 3-5 years, seen how much you saved, as most homes had fiberglass insulation to begin with.  Last but not least is why this is my number 1 energy saving home improvement, is that it is a lifetime product, and never has to be redone.  The more efficient "building envelope" created by SPF, improves overall performance of your HVAC system, thus reducing energy consumption by the most expensive appliance in your home.  New HVAC technologies have decreased the consumption many heating and air conditioning units use, but so have the other energy consuming products in your home as well.  Insulation and HVAC technolgy go together, however being an insulation guy myself, I rank insulation higher then replacing a functioning HVAC unit, due to price and installation cost.
2. Fiberglass Insulation - The reason why I have put Fiberglass Insulation as number 2 on this list, is because it can be done by the homeowner, thus making it a very cheap energy saving home improvement.  New insulation will show energy saving results immediately, and improve comfortability, however over time these energy savings will deplete as the insulation settles and looses R-Value.  If your looking for short term energy savings and not looking to stay in your home or business for more than 5 years, then this is probably the best energy saving home improvement you can do. 
3. Metal Roofs - Metal Roofs have now been recognized as "Energy Star" products and are generally not too more expensive then traditional architectural or 3 tab shingles.  Metal Roofs provide Reflectivity, thus reducing the overall temperature of your attic.  Even though the metal gets very hot, it reflects the heat, thus reducing the temperature of the undersurface, whereas traditional shingles absorb heat, and often radiate heat.  Metal Roofing combined with Spray Foam Insulated rafters in SC or NC is the ultimate energy saving combo, based on cost and ease of installations.  The drawback is not everyone needs a new roofs, and roofs last a long time, but it is definitely a great option if your in the market for a new roof.
4. Energy Monitoring Systems - Energy Monitoring Systems are an affordable solution for most any homeowners or building owners.  Most commercial real estate and major corporations when to Energy Monitoring Systems a decade or so ago as standards in there stores or buildings.  These energy monitoring systems could help them regulate energy consumption in there stores, thus reducing expenses for the company.  These systems are now becoming more affordable to the average home owner and many people are starting to take advantage of these systems.  Quick, easy installation, and you can find out how much energy that red light on the dvd player is actually consuming, and you might be shocked to find out how much energy usage goes into some of the things around you have plugged in that you never use. Retro-Solutions Insulatioin Company below provides these services and have been given very positive feedback from customers.
5. Solar Energy - Though number one in what solar energy can do for how much power you need from the power company, the installation and cost of materials for solar energy are still too expensive for the average homeowner.  If you can afford a solar powered home or business, and looking to stay in your home or business for a long time, then this is definitely the best energy saving investment you can make in South Carolina.  As you know we get lots of sunshine, so these systems really produce to capacity.  One positive move in the solar energy sector, is the operation of more expensive appliances in the homes, like solar powered water heaters and lighting.  You will definitely see a decrease in your homes energy bill with these simple products, but the energy savings don't add up to the products listed above.
6. Alternative Insulations (i.e. loose fill, cellulose, paper, etc.) - I am grouping all of these together because they provide about the same amount of energy savings as each other, and they are also higher priced then traditional fiberglass insulation.  These new insulations do have better R-Value and Energy Savings as traditional fiberglass, however there small in comparison to what spray foam insulation saves, and the more inexpensive fiberglass is the better choice if your not willing to invest the extra money in spray foam insulation.  The one major advantage these "green" insulation products offer, is installation does not release potentional harmful vapors that you get from the curing process of spray foam insulation.  I suggest to most customers to rent a hotel room for a couple days just to make sure all vapors are cleared.  After the curing process, SPF is completely safe, and very enviromentally friendly.
7. More Energy Efficient HVAC Systems - If your heat or a/c is about to go out in South Carolina, then this would be your number one option because going thru a hot SC summer, especially Myrtle Beach, without a/c would be miserable.  Also if your building or have already insulated and looking to upgrade to a new HVAC system, you should definitely look into some of the new energy efficient systems HVAC contractors have to offer.  Very Energy Efficient, Quiet, and compatable with spray foam insulation systems.  Ductworking has also developed in the past few years, improving HVAC efficiencies dramatically as well.  These are long term investments, and often very expensive to purchase and install, and many homeowners recognize the importance of maintenance of there HVAC systems, and the great service HVAC contractors have provided in recent years due to increased competition.
8. New or Updated Interior Appliances - Most of you reading this blog have been into Sears, Lowe's, or Home Depot looking for Home Improvement ideas and see the huge selection of appliances they carry.  These stores are operating on profits, so they wouldn't put all those appliances out there if they didn't sell, and the reason they sell is because they can increase energy savings tremendously.  In addition to offering energy savings, you can also change the look of your kitchen or home as well when buying appliances, thus making it a more appealing option to many homeowners.  Energy Monitorying Systems like listed above, can identify poor performing appliances, and let you know when to buy new.
9. Energy Star Rated Lightbulbs - If  your like me, then you like to have the lights on so you can see what your doing day or night, so they're on the most part of the day.  This is one of the most inexpensive ways to save energy, as installation is easy, and the price of lightbulbs is inexpensive as well.  This is also something that is quick today, and can start saving you on energy instantly. 
10. Changing Your Habits - Little things like cutting the lights off, closing the door, cutting the temperature a degree lower or higher in the winter or summer, and you can see savings on your energy bill as well.  I rank this number 10 because it is free and a good habit to get into if your into saving energy for the planet as a whole.  The reason it is listed last on my list is because of the new energy efficient products coming out also have timers and use less energy staying on, then starting them up. 

For anybody reading this blog, I hope it has been helpful, as I have been in the "green" product or energy saving industry, long before it was affordable alternatives to the average consumer.  Now that technology has improved, and cost of installation for most of these products have came down tremendously, it offers homeowners and business owners alike many different ways to cut energy cost in South Carolina.  These top 10 Energy Saving Home Improvements can save you not only in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and North Carolina, but across all of the United States.  Climate and temperature can change these ratings, however this is personal experience that I have had with feedback interviews from former customers.  If your looking to make some energy saving home improvements in the South Carolina area, then call 706-951-0158 for some more information on saving energy in the Carolinas.  Also, be sure to check out Retro-Solutions new webpage, and they have free estimates for most of the products I have listed above.

New Website for Experienced Spray Foam Insulation Installer in South Carolina

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Experienced Spray Foam Insulation Company

Licensed NC & SC Insulation Contractors

Free Spray Foam Insulation Quotes in South Carolina

Trusted Spray Foam Insulation Company located in Myrtle Beach, SC, part of Horry County SC, in the heart of the Grand Strand Region.  This insulation company in Myrtle Beach provides, spray foam insulation services, to all of North Carolina and South Carolina.  Guaranteed to get a proper install of Spray Foam Insulation, Wall Foam Insulation, or a spray foam insulation banded crawl space encapsulation.  Highly recommended Spray Foam Insulation Service provider, so contact them today to start saving money on Energy Bills, with spray foam insulation.

Retro-Solutions Insulation Company provides these Services:

• Spray Foam Insulation
• Open Cell Spray Foam Insulation
• Closed Cell Spray Foam Insulation
• Crawl Space Encapsulation
• Insulation Removal Services
• Solar Energy
• Energy Monitoring Systems
• much, much, more......

So contact Dan at: 706-951-0158 for more information or visit there new webpage at: http://www.scroofingcontractors.com/

Crawl Space Encapsulations in South Carolina Using Spray Foam Insulation

Crawl Space Encapsulations With Spray Foam Insulation
(How Encapsulating Your Crawlspace can Save on Energy Bills)

What is done to my Crawl Space in South Carolina, when Encapsulated with 3 mil plastic and a Spray Foam Insulation Band?

1. Your crawl space will first be cleaned and removed of all old insulation, debris, and examined for moisture problems, mold, etc.  A good insulation contractor will make sure to check the home or mold, water moisture, or water moisture damage before installing a crawl space encapsulation system using 3 mil Poly and a spray foam insulation band.

2.  Your crawl space will then be prepped and fitted with a 3 mil poly layer, sealing your home and crawlspace from the probably wet and dirty crawlspace floor.  The installers will then run the 3 mil plastic up the walls of your crawl space and tack the plastic in place, so that the next step where the spray foam insulation will go on evenly.

3.  The 3 mil plastic will then be sealed off around the band of the flooring system, creating a new building envelope for your home, thus resulting in more energy efficiency in your home. 

This is a very simple process and is also a lot more cost effective then doing spray foam insulation on the underneath side of the floor.  Crawl Space Encapsulations in Myrtle Beach, SC offer many benefits, and one is that of crawl space pest control.  However, when chooosing a insulation contractor, you need to make sure that the contractor you choose knows the local building codes for termite treatments on the band board.  There is only a couple of inches of play when installing the 3 mil plastic, and it must be below the termite treatment line.  This is a common mishap for some insulation contractors, but a good insulation contractor will know this.  This leads me into my next topic of discussion for this blog post which is what are some of the Advantages of Crawl Space Encapsulations with Spray Foam Insulation in South Carolina.

Advantages of Crawl Space Encapsulations

• Energy Efficiency - by encapsulating your crawl space in Horry County SC, or any other warm climate, you improve the overall efficiency of your HVAC system
• Get Rid of Damp and Musty Smell - by encapsulating your crawlspace, you will have a much more dryer and cleaner smelling crawl space.
• Humidity and Moisture Control - Crawl Space Encapsulation in South Carolina can decrease humidity and moisture in your crawl space.
• Crawl Space Pest Control - because most insects and other pest that attack your home thrive in wet, moist enviorments, having a clean, dry crawl space will control the amount of pest your see.

The crawl space of most residents homes in South Carolina and North Carolina are usually a neglegted area when it comes to maintenence and energy efficiency.  I hope that this blog post will inform whomever may read it the advantages of encapsulating there crawl space, and the energy savings that it can bring.