Clients and others are naturally interested in the process of spray foam insulation and its application. A question that pops up from time to time regarding this subject: What are some ways to promote indoor air quality when installing spray foam?
Protective equipment and proper ventilation are essentially two ways to promote indoor air quality when installing spray foamThere are essentially two ways to promote indoor air quality when installing spray foam: protective equipment and proper ventilation.
First, there are standard practices, methods, and procedures that installers must adhere to in order to ensure that both they and the client are protected from adverse health effects. For example, we dress our installers in protective gear and restrict the work areas to those wearing personal protective equipment, including respirators.
Second, occupational exposure to the product is limited, and the occupational safety and health of everyone involved is our top priority. If it wasn’t, we wouldn’t have been in business for as long as we have!
Long story short: When you hire Spray-On Foam & Coatings, you can be certain that you and your employees will not be exposed to toxic chemicals, volatile organic compounds, or anything else to worry about regarding our insulation products.
We recognize that individuals who are not as familiar with spray foam insulation as our experts at Spray-On Foam & Coatings may have concerns about indoor air quality. To address these concerns, we've compiled a brief list highlighting the measures we take to promote air quality during spray foam installation.
In addition to wearing appropriate protective gear, our installation process places a strong emphasis on ventilation. In certain structures, inadequate ventilation can lead to the trapping of stale air. While spray foam's excellent insulation properties stem from its ability to fill every nook and cranny, this expansion may inadvertently block vents that are essential for releasing any off-gassing.
Our applications strictly exclude blowing agents like chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), and our foam is entirely free from formaldehyde.
Despite being lightweight, our products may release some off-gassing during installation. However, our meticulous air ventilation procedures guarantee the swift expulsion of air into the outdoor environment.
Notably, the curing time for our insulation product is remarkably rapid, completing within a few seconds. Once the curing process concludes, there is no further off-gassing.
Consider our spray foam insulation as a lifelong investment for your business. The noticeable difference compared to traditional insulation begins immediately, with energy savings leading to reduced utility bills and heightened comfort during temperature extremes.
Our application process involves combining two liquid components, which are then sprayed into open wall and crawl spaces, as well as on ceiling surfaces and cathedral ceilings. The mixture expands to fill these spaces, and we establish an appropriate ventilation rate to prevent indoor air pollutants in living areas.
Rest assured that your property will still be functional — and comfortable! — after Spray-On Foam & Coatings has installed your new insulation. Our foam has a Class 1-Hour Fire Rating, and rodents don’t like it because it doesn’t provide a source of food or nesting materials.
Spray foam insulates your property better than traditional applications while protecting the health of building occupants.
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