If you’re working with an installer like USI to provide spray foam insulation in exposed attics in the homes you’re building, you may have wondered how we decide between sugar foam and an alternative-tested foam. Both types provide your homeowner customers with the highest level of energy efficient building envelope, but each have their own […]
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Installing Spray Foam Insulation for a Home to Withstand Flooding
We were pretty lucky to be part of this spray foam insulation project. Nearly a month ago, we began our work helping Dave Yelovich rebuild his home. As one of the many casualties of Hurricane Harvey, Dave has documented not only the entire building process and the building science behind his decisions, but the personal […]
Home Improvement Projects to Keep You Sane This Winter
Winter can be a tedious time of year. Cold temperatures, shorter days, and frequent rain prompt more people to spend additional time at home. Fortunately, this is the perfect season for indoor projects. Home improvement tasks will not just keep you from going stir crazy; your house will become more attractive, comfortable, and energy efficient. […]
How to create more Storage Space
If lack of storage space is making your home feel cluttered and claustrophobic, try going vertical with creative shelving solutions. There’s a good reason why plentiful storage space happens to be one of the biggest selling points in real estate. Over time, even the most spacious homes can become overwhelmed by a growing collection of […]
What Every Builder Should Know About Indoor Air Quality
Poor air quality can bring about anything from uneasiness to severe or unending diseases. These variables make the building less desirable to be in and can take a financial toll. Stale, indoor air can also cause a steady decrease in worker productivity and additional problems. As we learn more about the impacts of air quality […]
Are You Underestimating Your Closet Space?
You know the feeling that comes with never having enough room in your closet for all your stuff? If you feel like your only options are shelling out for a storage unit or moving to a bigger house, there’s some good news for you. With smart organization, you can fit more into your closet than […]
How to Keep Heat Out of a House in a Hot Desert
The spray foam installers at USI Preston Insulation recently worked on a new construction single family residential home in Dragoon, Arizona. On average, there are 284 sunny days per year in this part of the country and high temps in July are around 95 degrees. The homeowner wanted their home to have a tightly sealed […]
Accessibility In Commercial Buildings
About 20% of Americans have a functional disability that impacts their ability to walk, climb stairs, hear, see or grasp an object. Because of this, new buildings today often have wheelchair ramps, accessible lifts and disability parking spaces, allowing anyone with disabilities to gain access to a building. In the United States the Americans with […]
What Makes A Building A High Performance Building?
Contractors can build buildings in record time with modern tools and resources, adding impressive structures to skylines across the world. With this rapid evolution in commercial development, a new industry term has quickly gained traction: the high-performance building. When business owners want a new facility for their growing company, opting for a high-performance building can […]
Why Wall And Roof Structures Matter In Energy Efficiency
When the term “energy efficiency” is raised among consumers, discussions typically surround appliances and other household items. However, energy efficiency isn’t limited to devices; it also extends to a structure’s physical construction. Whether a residential or commercial building, the walls and roof contribute to the comfort level within the structure. Air Pressure Differences A building’s walls […]