At Tip Top Insulation, we offer a full-service option when it comes to your Los Angeles attic insulation demands. Whether you need a new insulation installation or an upgrade for damaged insulation, we can customize a solution that fits your needs.
We want to make sure the cleanliness and care of your attic are a priority and that your insulation is properly installed without problems. We are experts in the field and will approach it using the appropriate techniques.
We install effective insulation systems that create air and vapor barriers to allow for proper indoor air circulation.
As a Los Angeles attic insulation contractor and neighboring areas, we will help you make the right insulation choices based on R-Value, durability, accessibility, and Eco-friendliness.
Most homes in Los Angeles use blown-in insulation to act as a thermal barrier between the interior spaces and exterior temperature, in addition to its lower flammability and ability to offer proper attic ventilation.
The available blow-in attic insulation options include:
The blow-in fiberglass insulation uses fiberglass as its base material, which doesn’t burn or absorb moisture. It also ranks high for energy efficiency with an average R-value of R-2.7 per inch of thickness, besides filling cracks, improving ventilation, and insulating spaces better.
Blow-in cellulose insulation is made from different recycled materials (like wood, cardboard, and newspaper) paired with flame-proof chemicals (like boric acid). We highly recommend it for its Eco-friendliness and with an average R-value of R-3.5 per inch of thickness, in addition to its low toxicity, reduced wind washing, and being 23% better than fiberglass.
For your Los Angeles attic insulation no other option tops spray foam extensive benefits. It comes as a liquid that after being sprayed thickens and grows, then sets as a durable foam into any gaps for an airtight insulation.
Spray foam attic insulation comes with the best R-Value of R-7 per inch of thickness, besides being the best option for long-term high performance.
It is categorized into:
This forms a semi-rigid foam with a sponge-like appearance, giving an average R-value of R-3.8 per inch of thickness. It also expands to fit cracks and crevices for an airtight sealing insulation on irregular surface.
Closed-cell is more rigid than open-cell, and it comes with a higher Long-Term Thermal Resistance (LTTR) value that equates to an average R-value of R-7 per inch of thickness. We often recommend it for boosting the structural strength of attic walls and ceilings.
Fiberglass attic insulation is the most common type insulation for your attic insulation in Los Angeles, with an average R-value of R-3.4 per inch of thickness. As batts, they come in rolled up sheets fused together with an adhesive chemical vapor barrier.
In composition, the fiberglass material is Eco-friendly and the vapor barrier is flame-proof. It rarely shrinks because of the air pockets, which makes it one of the best option for your attic insulation and sound proofing.
We use radiant barriers are the best reflective attic insulation option to prevent excess heat gain in summer, and prevent heat loss in the winter.
Radiant barriers reflects up to 96% of radiant heat and prevent condensation build-up, which help with moisture escape and the mold menace. They are durable, lightweight and easy to handle in the attic area.
For us, we take your needs into consideration backed by the local Los Angeles attic insulation codes and regulations.
Our process entails;
The U.S Department of Energy recommends that all attic insulation contractors in Los Angeles should perform energy audits on your home.
Our team will conduct a thorough energy assessment for your home, focusing on locating the air leaks, considering ventilation, checking insulation levels, analyzing your whole-house plan, and inspecting the heating and cooling system.
We will then guide you to choose the right insulation that will provide the proper R-value and maximize as much space as possible.
Because most of the material have light fibers, dust, and other airborne threats, we will first protect the insulation area from your living spaces and clean the space after we are done.
Afterwards, we will call you in for final quality inspection and answer any maintenance question you have.
First, attic insulation’s R-value is an insulation rating used to measure the insulation power of different materials. The R stands for resistance of heat flow, and it is determined by materials density, thickness, and type.
As your reliable attic insulation contractor in Los Angeles, our recommendations for R-value are anchored on the United States Department of Energy climate zoning as per different states.
For your Los Angeles home, the attic should achieve an R-value of between R-30 and R-60. This means we need to install around 10 to 15 inches of insulation, depending on the type of material and R-value we want to achieve.
At Tip Top Insulation, we feel it’s our primary duty as an attic insulation contractor in Los Angeles to educate you on the importance of properly air sealing your attic.
For us, air sealing your attic means doing energy audits, inspecting and then treating your attic for leaks. Our professional checks are meant to identify where air or pets can penetrate, besides determining the right kinds of air sealing, sealants or caulks for the best barrier between your conditioned living space and unconditioned attic.
Air sealing your attic along with attic insulation goes a long way to ensure your maintain your home’s energy levels. This often helps with:
At Tip Top Insulation, we are familiar with the local Los Angeles rebate and incentive programs for attic insulation and other energy efficiency upgrade options.
At Tip Top Insulation, we provide professional Los Angeles attic insulation and we are ready to help achieve the best insulation for your attic spaces.
As much as we know more effective insulation options and can cover your attic insulation project more efficiently, here are other benefits of hiring our professional service:
We will do a proper energy audit of your attic space, recommend the right R-value to be achieved and identify the right type insulation material as per your insulation needs.
Following our in-depth energy audits and detailed reports, our recommended insulation options are meant to help you get the most energy savings possible.
We start off by understanding your home structure and any other concerns you might have in terms of insulation efficiency. Our crew will then make sure your insulation project successfully achieves your energy saving needs.
As a licensed and insured attic insulation company in Los Angeles, our priority is to keep your home safe and achieve your insulation needs. We handle the insulation material carefully because some of them can be hazardous if installed or handled wrongly.
We understand our job and have the necessary experience to complete your insulation project successfully.
We understand the composition of different types of materials, can fill every crack and crevices, keep up with the latest trends and tools, and dispose the old insulation materials safely.
You’ll know you need your attic needs to be insulated when:
We only use vapor barriers in certain conditions, but not as a must-have solution for every home. In situations where condition inside your home are much different than outdoors conditions, we may install vapor barriers. But again it also depends on our choice of attic insulation materials.
In conclusion, we must conduct through energy audits and understand your home’s structure to ascertain if you really need the vapor barriers.
R-value recommendations are based on geographical location, which is divided into zones. The Los Angeles area falls under Zone 6, and is recommended to have an R-value between R30 and R60. If there is an existing three to four inches of attic insulation present, it is recommended to add R25 to R38.
Our insulation experts will carefully inspect your home and calculate your exact needs for maximum comfort and efficiency.
Take a look in your attic, and if you can see your floor joists, there is evidence of mold, the insulation looks rotten or deteriorated, or there are bare spots with no insulation, contact Tip Top Insulation for expert advice.
