Planning Your New Radiant Barrier
As with other energy efficiency projects, quality installation plays a big role in the effectiveness of your radiant barrier. Choosing the right material, orienting it in the right direction, and leaving correct spacing for air pockets are just a few of the careful considerations involved during the install process. For homeowners, managing all these variables is a true challenge.
The ACT Home Energy Specialists team however, makes installation remarkably simple. How is a radiant barrier installed? With careful planning and years of professional experience guiding the way! To learn more about the installation process, talk with one of our Fort Worth, TX energy saving experts at 817-781-8781.
Planning Your Barrier Installation
The particular installation process depends heavily on whether the barrier is installed during new construction or post-construction updates. Keep in mind, your barrier should be situated on a slanted surface so that it rests at a perpendicular angle (or as close as possible to that angle) to the sun. This ensures maximum impact for your barrier.
During new construction, professionals generally install the radiant barrier just before the roof decking goes on. They roll down the foil product between rafters, facing downward to avoid dust deposits on the reflective surface. After rooftop construction has finished however, professionals can also install the barrier by stapling it to the rafters from inside the attic.
One mistake that people sometimes make when installing the barrier is placing it tightly against the bottom of the roof. However, there should be a small air pocket between the roof and the barrier (at least one inch wide). Professionals actually let the material droop a bit to create that air pocket.
Schedule Your Radiant Barrier Installation!
You don’t have to go through the installation process all by yourself. With our seasoned professionals handling the project, you can rest assured that the results will last for many years to come. We support many homeowners with their energy saving goals, and we can’t wait to serve you too!
Give our team a call today at 817-781-8781 to learn more about radiant barrier services in Fort Worth, TX. Simply talk with any of our local experts and ask “How is a radiant barrier installed?” They’ll be more than happy to talk provide additional details on the installation process. Be sure to ask about our other helpful solutions, such as whole house air sealing!