When it comes time to choose insulation, it can often be tempting to go with the bare minimum that meets specifications or even change the specification to save money - we term this, “value-engineering.” Simultaneously, using too much insulation or the wrong insulation isn't an economical approach either. This is why it's critical to evaluate the return on investment (ROI) as you're making decisions about which insulation and how much insulation is right for your system. Subscribe to our Blog here.
ROI should be considered carefully, and there are even companies that offer insulation audits to help building owners understand where they are losing money. This article talks about three different applications where insulation proved to be a key fix in improving energy efficiency and saving the facility money.