4 Signs Your Home Is Underinsulated

September 15, 2022 by California Energy Consultant Service

Adequate insulation in your home provides resistance to heat or cold, improves comfort and reduces your energy costs. If your home is not insulated properly, it can affect your indoor comfort and cause damage to your home.  

Here are four ways to tell if your home lacks proper insulation. 

1. Fluctuating Temperatures

If you have rooms with uneven temperatures, that’s a likely indication that your house is underinsulated. For example, if it’s too cold in your kitchen but feels too warm in your living room, your home insulation could be the problem. Make sure to consult a professional to check your insulation.

2. Cold Walls, Floors and Ceilings

These parts of your home should feel warm and dry. If your drywall and paneling are damp or cold, your home is not properly insulated. Your exterior wall, on the other hand, should feel cold because this means your insulation is keeping the warm air inside your home.

3. High Energy Costs 

If there’s been a big increase in your home’s energy usage in recent months, there might be something wrong with your insulation. This can be a sign that your insulation is starting to wear, causing heat to escape through your roof and walls. As a result, the temperature fluctuates inside your home while your heating and cooling units are forced to work harder.

4. Pest Infestation

Pests can wreak havoc on your insulation. When insects and rodents enter through small openings in your home, they damage your insulation in the process and create bigger holes where cold air can get in and warm air can escape. Make sure to have your insulation checked for pest damage and repair it immediately.

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