TAP is ENERGY STAR rated bearing the Seal & Insulate mark as an environmentally responsible product, manufactured from 87.5% post-consumer content. In 2014, Pest Control Insulation re-filed, earned, and bears the mark under the new, more stringent criteria.
Background on Energy Star
Energy Star was introduced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1992 as a voluntary partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through increased energy efficiency. Today, Energy Star offers consumers and businesses energy-efficient solutions to save energy, save money, and help protect the environment for future generations.
Energy Star is the trusted, government-backed symbol for energy-efficient products and practices. Energy Star recommends sealing the “thermal envelope” that surrounds your living space. This includes ceilings, outer walls, windows, doors, and floors. You can save on your heating and cooling bills and increase the comfort of your home by:
- Adding insulation to the recommended Resistance-Value (R-Value) for homes in your area
- Sealing air leaks
- Opt for ENERGY STAR qualified windows when replacing existing windows
According to ENERGY STAR®
Insulation helps keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. There are several common types of insulation—fiberglass (in both batt and blown forms), cellulose, rigid foam board, and spray foam. When correctly installed, insulation can deliver comfort and lower energy bills. This is especially true during the hottest and coldest times of the year.Insulation performance is measured by R-value. R-value is the insulation’s ability to resist transfer of heat flow. Higher R-values mean more insulating power. Different R-values are recommended for walls, attics, basements and crawlspaces depending on your area of the country. Because insulation works best when air is not moving through or around it, it is important to seal air leaks before installing insulation to ensure the best performance. Because TAP is Energy Star rated, you can trust that the product delivers on its claims of creating a more energy-efficient home. Add in that TAP® controls pests and the decision to install is an easy one.
Learn more about ENERGY STAR ratings here and TAP® Pest Control Insulation’s classification (1056266) here or contact us.