When deliberating insulation removal in Muskoka, removal is only step one in the process. Of course, proper cleanup is central to the project, but it’s necessary to plan for repairs and re-insulation. This may well require installing an air barrier, a vapor barrier, or some additional ventilation throughout the space. In fact, old wiring and ductwork may also need to be retrofitted. Bask Insulation also recommends sealing the entirety of the space – from a building science point of view, this is just as important as insulation, and will actually contribute to the performance level and R-Value of any insulation that’s re-installed.

In a residential home, airflow affects the entire indoor air environment. Airflow affects moisture in the air, indoor oxygen levels, and various pollutants – most of which we don’t even notice. So if insulation removal were already in the works, it would be key to make airsealing improvements to the existing attic floor (mechanical penetrations, gaps, cracks, etc). Properly airsealing the attic floor controls the airflow between the inside of a home (known as the “conditioned space”) and the outside of the home (known as the “unconditioned space”). In terms of airsealing prior to re-insulating, this is truly the professional approach. It will ensure that newly installed insulation performs at peak. In fact, it may be a code requirement.

One of the product applications available from Bask Insulation is blown insulation. In cellulose or fiberglass, these products are installed according to building code requirements. Both products are blown into a given space, installed to provide uniform coverage, and will effectively insulate small recesses and awkward spaces. Blown insulation provides very satisfactory R-Value to the installation area, and is one of the most cost-effective installations that we can offer.