When you purchase a home, one of your main concerns is making sure it's energy efficient, especially in the attic. After all, the last thing you need is losing money on something that can easily be fixed! But there are many options out there for insulation. You can go the traditional method and use that pink, fiberglass material. There's also the rigid foam option. So why should you go with spray foam insulation?

What is spray foam insulation anyway? This type of insulation is developed using two types of composite materials: polyurethane and isocyanate. When these two chemicals combine, they react to each other and create a substance that not only expands but hardens. It's installed throw a spray foam gun that sprays both materials at the same time, allowing them to expand and create a protective layer over the desired area. As we've mentioned before, there are two types of spray foam insulations -- open-cell and closed-cell.

It's true, there are many, many options of insulation to choose from. But spray foam insulation is hands down the best option for your home. Not only is it cost effective, but energy efficient. Here are five reasons why:

• It's a tight fit: Because spray foam insulation is an expansive substance, it will get into all those nooks and crannies that other types of insulation could miss. This can create an air-tight seal which can result in a more consistent temperature in your home. This is why it has the highest R-value on the market today, a value that stays steady over time.


• It protects your home from moisture: The best thing about spray foam insulation is that it's water resistant. This means not only will you get an air tight seal, but will prevent mildew and water stains. Not only does the insulation protect from water, but can reduce noise and ice damage.


• It lasts for a long time: Because of the inert polymer in the insulation, spray foam insulation has an indefinite lifespan. This means after 20 years of installation, not only will your home still experience the same saving costs, but you don't need to replace what's already present. And the longer you have the insulation, the more savings you will receive.


• It will stay as firm as the day it's sprayed: Unfortunately, after some time, fiberglass insulation can start to sag. But you won't have this problem with spray foam insulation. Not only does spray foam insulation not sag or settle, but it will be nice a firm even a few decades after being installed.


• It saves you money: It may be a little expensive when compared to inexpensive fiberglass insulation. But when you see the money you save on your electric bill every month, it's totally worth the cost. On average, spray foam insulation can save you from 30 to 50 percent of energy operating costs each year.

If you are thinking of adding installation to your home, make sure you go with the best and with the best company to install it safely and properly the first time around. And the choice is Marvel. Contact Marvel Industrial Coatings today for more information.