An alumnus of Bristol Community College, Paul Camara received an AAA in elementary education from the institution in 1995 and earned a bachelor’s degree in humanities and social sciences from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in 1999. Experienced in construction and project management, Paul Camara of Brooklyn, Connecticut guides Axion Specialty Contracting, a leading insulation firm.
Blown-in cellulose is one of the most highly sought-after and cost-effective approaches to attic insulation. Essentially, this method involves dampening cellulose material before installation to make the cellulose sticky and foster its adhesion to other attic components. A tight bond is formed when installed properly, and the attic is completely sealed from outdoor air currents. This prevents air and moisture from flowing inside or outside a building through the roof.
Cellulose is recyclable, which is one of the factors that makes it inexpensive. The majority of cellulose insulation materials are derived from recycled papers. This helps reduce the amount of waste paper burden. Likewise, the cellulose is also recyclable and can be reused if the roof is changed in the future.
When treated with boric acid, Cellulose repels insects and fungal infestations and resists fire. It also presents no allergy risk to occupants or any adverse health hazard to the environment. Some of the allergy issues that have been attributed to some other insulation types include eye irritation, throat soreness, nausea, and stomach irritation. Cellulose is also non-corrosive.
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