Why Doesn’t My Builder Use Foam Insulation?

By: John Bartlo We’ve been installing foam insulation in homes and businesses for over 15 years now.  Over that time we have had very limited success in getting builders to use our product.  Energsmart insulates a bunch of new build houses every year, but almost every...

Open vs. Closed Cell Foam

By: John Bartlo The spray foam industry has matured quite a bit since 2004 when we started installing here at Energsmart. A popular question from consumers continues to be: “is open cell better or closed cell?” As much as the Internet makes our lives easier, it...

Energsmart Insulation Thoughts on Flash and Batt Hybrid Systems

By: John Bartlo Energsmart and our partners often field questions regarding flash and batt (FAB) or so-called hybrid insulation systems.  The general concept with FAB is to install a thin layer of closed cell spray polyurethane foam (CCSPF) to the exterior plywood or...