It is important to understand thermal barriers when it comes to proper installation of spray foam insulation, specifically what the ICC building code says about spray foam insulation. The building…
Most homes in the Auburn, AL area are built on a crawl space. A crawl space provides access to pipes and ductwork under the home. Many crawl spaces are not…
The building envelope is simply what lies between the interior and the exterior of a structure. It consists of all the parts of the outer shell that assist in indoor…
Insulation is the most practical and cost-effective way to make a house more energy efficient. Insulation keeps a home cool during summer and warm during winter. Insulating and air sealing…
Take Savings and Comfort Further with Home Automation
You’ve recently invested in upgraded insulation for your existing or new home. You’re saving money on energy bills and your home feels comfortable. What if you could take the savings…
Spray Foam Insulation – Air Seal and Insulate in One
Homes, offices and commercial buildings in and around Montgomery, Alabama have air leaks. Air leaks naturally occur around the exterior of a building as a result of the construction process.…
What is an Unvented Attic Assembly and What Does It Do for Your Home?
Looking to reduce wear and tear on your HVAC system and create a more consistent climate in your home? An unvented attic assembly may be your answer – and it’s…
Indoor Air Quality – Why It Matters and What to Do
When thinking of poor air quality, many of us don’t think about the indoor air we breathe throughout the day. In fact, most of the exposure we have to pollutants…
In 2006, The Residential Energy Services Network revised home energy rating standards. These new standards included grading insulation projects based on the quality of the installation work. This means a…
Do You or Someone You Love Suffer from Asthma or Asthma-related Attacks?
It’s estimated that 26 million Americans are affected by asthma or asthma-related conditions. It’s proven that these attacks have a direct link to air quality — and air sealing your…
What You Need to Know About Ventilation in New Construction
Ventilation is an important topic is the world of energy-efficient homebuilding. With the increase in green building techniques and tighter building envelopes comes an increased need for proper building ventilation.…
Attic Insulation Tops List for Home Improvement ROI
For the second year in a row, Remodeling Magazine ranked “adding attic insulation” as the top “bang for the buck” home improvement project. The report included the 29 top remodeling…
When it comes to home improvement projects or building a new home, it’s hard to know you’re choosing the best contractor for your job. How do you know the company…
Since building codes change over time and insulation product can settle, your attic may be under insulated. This means you may be spending more money on energy bills than is…
From controlling lights at home through a mobile app to investing in smart appliances that cut down on energy use and costs, the options for decreasing energy use can be…
It may seem obvious that your home’s attic needs insulation. But do you really know why it matters? Here are three reasons to upgrade your attic insulation and seal attic…
Why Spray Foam? If you’re not familiar with two-in-one benefits of spray foam insulation, we’re here to help! To understand the benefits of spray foam insulation, think of a foam…
New Energy Codes Go into Effect in October. Are You Ready?
Alabama is adopting the 2015 International Residential Code (IRC) with specific Alabama amendments. This code will go into effect October 1, 2016. All homes permitted prior to this date will…
Do you or someone you love suffer from asthma or asthma-related attacks? It’s estimated that 26 million Americans are affected by asthma or asthma-related conditions. It’s proven that these attacks…
Are you trying hard to enjoy summer – but sweating profusely over how much you're spending on air conditioning? Saving money on your energy bills doesn’t have to be difficult.…
EcoLogical Insulates City of Birmingham Tornado Shelter
EcoLogical Insulation had the honor of providing the spray foam insulation for the City of Birmingham’s tornado shelter. A tornado came through a couple years prior and did a lot…
Icynene LD-R-50 earns USDA BioPreferred Status ICYNENE LD-R-50™ spray foam insulation has earned the United States Department of Agriculture’s BioPreferred status for use of rapidly renewable materials. The insulation uses castor oil…
Cap and Trade – A Hidden Tax Increase that Spray Foam Insulation Can Help Offset
Cap and Trade – A Hidden Tax Increase that Spray Foam Insulation Can Help Offset The Obama administration has lofty goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 83% of 2005 levels by…
What is “green”? With all of the “green” products that we are bombarded with in our daily lives, it has become increasingly difficult to differentiate between what is actually green…
A recent Press Release with President Obama turned out to be a great step forward for our company. Obama says, "Insulation Is Sexy Stuff!" Standing in a Home Depot in…
EcoLogical Grows to Cover the State of Alabama Including Tuscaloosa, Huntsville and Birmingham
EcoLogical Grows to Cover the State of Alabama Including Tuscaloosa, Huntsville and Birmingham EcoLogical Insulation – Press Release For the past several years an Auburn, Alabama based company, EcoLogical Insulation,…