Spray Foam Insulation Odor A bad installation of spray polyurethane foam stinks. Literally. Properly applied by a professional, spray foam insulation should emit relatively low fumes that will altogether dissipate in about a week. Homeowner James Polk, who recently hired Sunlight Contractors to install approximately 3000 square feet of spray polyurethane foam in his […]
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Finding a Certified Contractor for your Job A Louisiana spray foam contractor is not required by state law to be certified. There are many SPF (spray polyurethane foam) contractors available in our area to do your spray foam job. Why is it is in your best interest to find a certified contractor when installing spray
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Avoid Spray Foam Disasters Spray foam insulation is one of the best money-saving products on the market for insulation efficiency as long as it is correctly installed. Getting a certified contractor can help you avoid spray foam disasters. Second-rate insulation installation comes back to haunt you There was something ghastly going on in Craig Leydecker’s
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PPE for Spray Foam Application While cured spray polyurethane foam provides safe, affordable energy efficiency for Louisiana homeowners and business owners. The installation of spray foam – both closed cell and open cell – in attics, walls, crawl spaces, and on rooftops requires precision, attention to detail, and precaution. At Sunlight Contractors, LLC, we pride
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Some insight on R-value The R-value of insulation is a measurement of thermal resistance. In other words, R-value tells you how easily heat will move from one side of an object to the other. Even before applying insulation, the materials that make up your home have an R-value though not high enough to offer sufficient
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Botched Spray Foam can be Costly Improper installation of open cell spray foam can quickly turn a homeowner’s potential dream-come-true into his or her worst nightmare. While open-cell spray foam is a fantastic product with many benefits (including increased comfort, energy savings, moisture control, and structural strength; and reduced noise) it’s only as good as
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Verifying Reviews on Insulation Contractors is Essential Protect Your Family Protect Your Home The number one industry to receive complaints in the state is sadly contractors. We urge you to do your homework. After you have verified credentials, check Google+ reviews insulation contractors, check out Yelp reviews, and best yet, speak directly with other
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Is Spray Foam Insulation the Best Choice Roland K. of Harvey, Louisiana, owns a state-of-the-art metal building. It’s only fitting that he’d want it encapsulated by the state’s most trained, certified insulation contractors using a state-of-the-art spray foam insulation product. So when Roland heard all the rave reviews about Sunlight Contractors’ professionalism, punctuality and product
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Expert In Building – Engineer Chooses Spray Foam Insulation Engineer Richard Davies of Metairie, Louisiana knew that he needed help, and he needed it fast. He’d heard positive reviews about the benefits of spray foam insulation. Should he spend the money? How would he find a qualified spray foam insulation installer? His poorly insulated attic
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Indoor Allergens Sneezing. Coughing. Wheezing. Headaches. It’s that time of year again. Allergy season. Allergies are not just outside, home have indoor allergens too. While your first inclination may be to move the party indoors until the ragweed is a fading memory, there’s something you need to know. 15% of all American homeowners are allergic
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Stop Home Energy Loss Even Solar Energy During the last quarter of 2015, the U.S. installed enough solar panels to power 5 million American homes. Solar powered homeowners are quickly figuring out that an unsealed solar powered home isn’t as comfortable as they imagined. How do they stop home energy loss and make their investment pay
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On-site insight for New Orleans-area spray foam DIYers Are you a dyed-in-the-wool DIYer? Even if you’re convinced that you should be the next Bob Vila or Tom Silva on This Old House, you could probably benefit from some expert guidance — especially if you’re considering taking on a home improvement project as important and exacting
Proper insulation is key to energy efficiency, comfort, and quality when installing spray foam insulation. Kalpana Singh isn’t one to look before she leaps especially on spray foam insulation. She spent five months searching for the best company to install insulation. Her new 4000-square-foot home in Baton Rouge was going to be insulated properly.
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Are Tax Credits Good in 2016? Investing in insulation provides thousands of dollars in savings over the life of your home. You’ll reduce your monthly utility bills as you rely less on your HVAC system, and even costs associated with pest and moisture damage can be mitigated if you choose the right insulation. However, many
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What do you get when you cross a 110-year-old double shotgun camelback house with no sub-flooring and crawl space insulation? A lot more comfort and more money in your pocket. At least, that’s what Roger C. discovered after having Sunlight Contractors, LLC do a closed spray foam insulation makeover on his Uptown District New Orleans
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When Sunlight Contractors, LLC says there’s no job too big for them to handle, they mean it. Just ask the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) in Kenner, Louisiana. LADOTD serves the transportation and water resource needs of Louisiana residents, businesses and government partners. They not only needed their large warehouse insulated with spray
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“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” Marvin Gaye sang it in the 60s. Diana Ross sang it again in the 70s. In 2016, maybe Sunlight Contractors, LLC should consider dropping their own version. They could call it “Ain’t No Ceiling High Enough.” Because not even the 35-foot ceilings in Bill Schaefer’s new 11,648 square-foot New Orleans
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Why choose spray foam insulation and Sunlight Contractors for your home’s insulation needs? Stop drafts, allergens, and condensation. Improve indoor air quality. Increase climate comfort and structural strength while reducing noise and keeping pests, mold and mildew at bay. Lower your carbon footprint. Reduce energy waste and save money! It’s hard to believe that one
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Smart homeowners want high-quality, properly installed insulation that allows them to remain comfortable winter, spring, summer, fall — and, yes, even when the monthly utility bill arrives. Spray polyurethane foam offers highly effective insulation for a home’s interior (in walls, ceiling, and attics), and can even be applied around corners and on contoured surfaces. It
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Proper insulation crucial for your home’s energy-efficiency, comfort, and quality – Attic and wall insulation Kalpana Singh was serious about making sure that her new 4000-square-foot Baton Rouge home was properly insulated. Effective insulation helps maintain consistent temperatures in a home, making things easier on your HVAC system and resulting in greater energy efficiency and year-round
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Next to the quality of insulation that you choose for your home or business, nothing is more important than the quality of its installation. With so many different options out there for keeping your home comfortable year-round, you need a knowledgeable contractor who will provide the information you need and answer all your questions so
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What’s so great about spray foam insulation? Maybe the real question, is “What isn’t?” While spray foam insulation might seem pricey at the outset, its long-term benefits mean a healthier, more comfortable environment and big savings too! Spray polyurethane foam (SPF) is a spray-applied plastic made from quick-reacting liquids that our professionals mix on-site. The
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Baby, it’s cold outside! Can I finally stop worrying about mold? It’s no secret that household mold is an all-too-real nemesis for those of us who live in humid southern Louisiana. And if we think that just because the temperatures go down in winter, the risk of mold problems does too, we have another “think”
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Your attic’s insulation can leave you cold. Encapsulate your Attic Here’s the truth: If you have an improperly insulated or uninsulated attic, you have air leaks. And just as hot summer outside air can “leak in” and raise your AC costs, the nice warm air you’re paying for in winter will rise up and “leak”
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Who do you call for professional insulation installations? You want a home that’s more energy efficient. You want to save money. You want a company that will explain how to make it all happen and answer all your questions clearly and straightforwardly. You want the job done right, and you want it done now. Who
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