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An insulation blower is used to blow the air in and out during installation of
certain insulation methods, like cellulose insulation. An insulation blower is
highly efficient, relatively inexpensive and easy to install. When you buy a
minimum quantity of insulation from places that sell loose-fill insulation,
chances are that they will lend you an insulation blower for the weekend.
Installing an Insulation Blower
Insulation blowers are not that hard to install. Probably the only difficult
part will be determining where to drill access holes in the walls where you
intend to blow the insulation in. You need to figure out first which surface
will be the easiest to repair after the insulation blowing process is finished.
If your siding can be removed and replaced easily then you can just remove a row
of them and blow in the insulation from outside the house. If not, you will need
to blow in the insulation from inside, through drilled holes near the ceiling of
each level of your house.
Precautions and Common Mistakes
Make sure to avoid wiring and plumbing when drilling into walls. Wiring usually
runs parallel to and about 10 to 20 inches above the floor, while plumbing can
be found in bathroom and kitchen walls. It is also recommended not to use
blown-in insulation near chimneys and other heat producing objects. Don't forget
to use baffles when insulating attics, as these will keep the insulation from
blocking airflow along the roof sheeting.
Some Helpful Tips
It is always a good idea to understand how to properly use the insulation blower
before leaving the store with it. Usually where insulation is involved, a vapor
barrier is required to prevent mildew and paint from peeling on the interior
walls. Blown-in insulation does not provide this kind of barrier, but most of
the time this does not create problems; just use an interior paint with moisture
protection properties if you notice paint problems afterwards. Also, in order to
prevent excess dust inside your house, leave the blower machine outside and run
the hose through a door or window. Following these basic tips will help you to
install an insulation blower more efficiently. |
