ATTIC INSULATION SERVICES IN WINNIPEG FOR ENERGY SAVINGS AND WINTER PROTECTION
Foametix Insulation uses Johns Manville’s Climate Pro lightweight premium fibreglass insulation for attic insulation upgrades. This virgin blow-in loose-fill insulation product is far superior to cellulose, providing effective and resilient thermal protection. We offer attic insulation services in Winnipeg tailored to the region’s extreme climate and building requirements.
Using our high-volume equipment, Foametix Insulation can install Climate Pro into attics and other hard-to-reach spaces like corners, edges, and framings. Unlike cellulose, it won’t settle over time or lose its R-value after installation. It will continue to offer maximum thermal efficiency for years to come. Our installation procedure is efficient and clean, offering complete coverage even in tight spaces with nooks and crannies! Please call/text or email us to book an appointment for a free attic inspection!
Efficiency Manitoba rebates and loans are also available!
More advantages of climate pro fibreglass insulation:
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This insulation product is 100% formaldehyde-free.
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It creates a great sound barrier between floors and ceilings.
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It’s non-combustible, rodent and pest-resistant.
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It’s non-corrosive, so it won’t cause corrosion of pipes, wiring or metal studs.
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Climate Pro will never rot, smell, or grow mildew/mould because it doesn’t hold moisture like cellulose.
We also offer cellulose insulation. Some advantages of Cellulose Insulation:
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More cost-effective
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Fire retardant
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From recycled materials
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Higher R Value
INSULATING ATTIC FLOOR
Warm air rises, and so do your utility bills all winter long. If you notice any frost on the shingle nails poking through your attic roof deck or see frost on the underside of your roof, you are losing big money! Natural updraft will cause any hole or cut in a ceiling vapour barrier to allow air to be sucked out of your home and into the attic like a chimney. Even several small holes (such as light receptacles, wiring holes, and drywall screws) can add up to tremendous air loss.
Attic insulation installation with our insulating spray foam is a beneficial procedure that can prevent this air loss. Spraying the floor minimizes the surface area you spray, minimizes the amount of foam needed, and minimizes your utilities because you’re only heating and cooling the area you live in. In other words, you’re not paying to heat and cool the additional square footage in your attic that you don’t use.
Our Process
If you have existing attic insulation, our spray foam installer will commence with insulation removal and then apply 2-3 inches of closed-cell attic spray foam insulation. This attic insulation installation creates a seamless air barrier that makes your other insulation work MUCH better. Plus, the total air/moisture seal and high R-value offered by Foametix Insulation help retain the energy inside your living space, where you have paid to keep it, saving you hundreds or thousands of dollars annually in utility bills by insulating the attic.
Attic insulation installation with Foametix Insulation is a great solution for any home, but especially for older homes lacking a correct ceiling vapour barrier or those homes with recessed lighting fixtures.
HOW ATTIC INSULATION HELPS PREVENT ICE DAMMING IN WINTER
Ice damming is a common winter issue in Winnipeg, often caused by heat escaping from the attic. When warm air rises and reaches the underside of the roof, it causes snow to melt unevenly. This melted snow then refreezes along the colder roof edges, forming ice dams that can lead to water leaks, roof damage, and costly repairs.
Proper attic insulation is essential in preventing this cycle. It helps:
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Minimize heat transfer to the roof deck, keeping roof temperatures stable.
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Reduce attic air leaks, especially when combined with sealed vapour barriers.
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Maintain consistent attic temperatures, which lowers the risk of snow melt and refreezing.
It's a good time to consider insulation services if your heating costs are unusually high, if you see frost, moisture, or ice in the attic, if insulation appears thin or disturbed, or if there’s no effective vapour barrier in the ceiling structure. Before installing new insulation, we safely remove old materials, prevent indoor exposure with vacuum systems, and inspect for air leaks, vapour barrier issues, and roof damage.
INSULATING ATTIC RAFTERS
If you’re using the attic for living space or have a vaulted ceiling, then you’d want to use insulating spray foam on the underside of the roof for attic insulation the attic. Older 1 ½ and 1 ¾ story houses commonly have this type of roof and were usually not insulated in the ceiling or were insulated with a loose fill product that has long since settled to the bottom, away from where it needs to be. These types of roofs in older homes were commonly lacking a vapour barrier of any kind!
Our Process
During the application of attic insulation installation, the drywall or plaster of the ceiling needs to be completely removed in order to spray the foam into the cavity. A less disruptive method is to remove the roof decking when shingling, which is usually required anyway on homes older than 1965. We would then commence with insulation removal that is left in the cavities and then spray down into the cavity prior to resheeting and shingling.
Finally, with attic insulation installation using polyurethane spray foam insulation, you’re sealing off the attic fully to make it unvented. You’ll want to reroute anything that needs to be vented outside, like a kitchen or bath exhaust fan that dumps into the attic. If space permits, adding fibreglass or Roxul batting after the foam cures will raise your R-value even more while protecting these products from their usual moisture issues.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Below are common questions homeowners in Winnipeg ask about our attic insulation services:
How Does Attic Insulation Impact Overall Energy Efficiency?
Well-insulated attics reduce heat loss, helping HVAC systems maintain consistent temperatures with less energy use.
What Are the Signs That My Attic Insulation Needs to Be Replaced?
Common indicators include uneven temperatures in the home, higher energy bills, visible gaps, or signs of moisture and mould in the attic.
Is Spray Foam or Blown-in Insulation Better for Attics?
It depends on the attic’s layout and condition. Spray foam offers better air sealing, while blown-in fibreglass is ideal for open, ventilated attics.
Contact us today for professional attic insulation services in Winnipeg and start saving on energy bills year-round.
