What are the Different Types of Roofing Insulation?

Adding or replacing roofing insulation is a great way to make a home more energy efficient. The standard insulation in older homes was fiberglass batts. Although fiberglass might insulate your home quite well, it is also contains a toxic, carcinogenic substance called formaldehyde. Fortunately, there are an increasing number of healthier and more environmentally friendly roofing insulation options now available. Perhaps the most popular way to insulate a roof in an eco-friendly fashion is by using recycled cellulose fiber. Made with paper products like recycled newspaper, this insulation option is more expensive than the traditional fiberglass products, but it has a higher R-value, or insulating quality. The end result is an insulation that is better for your health and can save you money. Recycled cellulose fiber insulation is usually blown into the roof area using a special compressed air blower. This type of roofing insulation is typically treated with boric acid, an ...  more