Insulation in spring and summer? Absolutely – radiant foil insulation works by reflecting the sun’s heat before it gets into your home, reducing your cooling bills by up to 40%. Best of all, the insulation keeps heat from escaping from your home in the winter for year-round savings and comfort.

How does radiant barrier foil insulation work?

Radiant foil reduces the transfer of radiant heat (heat that radiates from objects, such as structural features of a house). The insulation is particularly effective in attic and ceiling installations, because it keeps hot air out in the summertime, reducing the burden on window unit and central air conditioning and making for a much more comfortable living space.

Attics get hot in part because of the sun’s rays heating shingles and roofing materials that then radiate heat into the attic space. Installing radiant foil insulation keeps your attic cool and also reduces heat throughout the home during hot and sticky summer months. You should see a drop utility costs like electricity, because your air conditioning units will not have to work as hard to cool the home (the difference you see depends, of course, on how energy efficient your home is to begin with).