Spray foam insulation fills gaps in your home’s walls, ceiling and roof. This makes your house much more energy efficient by preventing air from escaping. Foam also provides a sound dampening effect as it reduces the flow of outside noises into your home. More info :ecohomesprayfoam.com
The problem with this is that it also introduces a host of toxic chemicals into your home. Especially during the spraying and curing process. Many companies recommend that occupants of the house vacate during this time. This is because the spraying and curing process emits a gas known as isocyanate. Isocyanate is a chemical that has been linked to respiratory irritation and even chemical sensitization for some people. This chemical has also been linked to a range of health problems including cancer, neurodegeneration and endocrine disruption.
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Luckily manufacturers have started to switch to climate safe blowing agents and most are now free of the dangerous Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC’s) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC’s) that are currently used in conventional spray foam. But this still leaves a wide range of other chemicals that are harmful to your health, and are harmful to the environment.
If you choose to go with spray foam in your home, we strongly recommend choosing a builder who has a good understanding of environmental building. They will be able to help you select a spray foam insulation that uses low GWP blowing agents and will not require CFC’s and HCFC’s in its production. They will also be able to install your insulation in conjunction with a vapor barrier, reducing the likelihood of moisture damage. They will also be able to replace your spray foam with high performance multifoil insulation which does not use any of these toxic chemicals and is safer and healthier for your home.
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