{"id":473,"date":"2014-11-21T08:01:42","date_gmt":"2014-11-21T14:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.aboveall.net\/roofing-and-renovations-blog\/?p=159"},"modified":"2024-03-06T19:39:32","modified_gmt":"2024-03-07T01:39:32","slug":"types-of-old-insulation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aboveall.net\/types-of-old-insulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Old Insulation"},"content":{"rendered":"

What You Need to Know for Safety<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>If you live in a newer home, you can generally be assured that the insulation installed by the builder is relatively efficient and safe. Building codes have been specifying better materials and practices for years, and today\u2019s homes are the most energy efficient ever built<\/a>. More is known about the risks of construction products than ever before, and care is taken when choosing insulative materials to choose materials that are not hazardous to the home\u2019s occupants.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, we haven\u2019t always had this same level of awareness and regulation. If you live in an older home (built more than about 20 years ago), you will likely find that the insulation used wasn\u2019t as efficient as today\u2019s products, and in some cases is extremely hazardous to the health of your home\u2019s occupants.<\/p>\n

Dangerous Insulations<\/strong><\/p>\n


\n\"\"<\/a>Vermiculite<\/strong>
\nVermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral that absorbs moisture and has insulative properties. It\u2019s most often found poured between joists in the attic. In and of itself, it\u2019s not hazardous. Unfortunately, about 90% of the vermiculite mined for insulation came from a mine that also produced asbestos, so there is a strong chance that vermiculite is contaminated. If you have it in your home, don\u2019t disturb it. Removal must be done by a contractor who follows asbestos abatement laws and procedures<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Urea Formaldehyde<\/strong>
\nUrea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI) was used extensively in the 1970s. UFFI would be injected into wall cavities, from holes drilled into the interior or exterior surfaces. When wet, it is the consistency of shaving cream. As it cures, it hardens into an open-celled foam that is light yellow or butterscotch in colour. UFFI is an excellent insulator, but concerns over the off-gassing of formaldehyde into the interior of the home brought about termination of its use. For the most part, the insulation is less harmful when fully cured, and is often left in the walls of the home. Care must be taken, however, when exposing it during renovation.<\/p>\n

If you have questions about the insulation in your home, contact Above All Insulation<\/a>. We can help you identify the insulation in your walls or ceiling and make a plan for its removal and replacement if needed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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