TAP INSULATION SERVICE EWING NJ
If you own a residential or commercial property in Ewing, then chances are good that pest problems are a concern. Unfortunately, too many property owners don't realize what a sizable threat pests are until they have a major infestation on their hands.
The good news is that there are several preventative measures that you can take to protect your property. One of these measures is having Thermal Acoustical Pest Control insulation installed.
Usually referred to as TAP insulation, this revolutionary product is designed to deliver superior energy efficiency while also protecting buildings from a wide variety of pests.
TAP INSULATION DETAILS
Unlike traditional insulation that comes in rolls, TAP insulation is blown into buildings to ensure more comprehensive coverage and accordingly greater protection.
TAP insulation is used as part of an Integrated Pest Management plan. If the insulation in your building is in serviceable condition and does not need to be removed, your technician may recommend blowing in an extra layer of TAP insulation to improve energy efficiency and give your building a protective pest barrier.
In fact, data accumulated by the U.S. Department of Energy report that most homes and commercial properties are not adequately insulated. It is not unusual for buildings that were constructed more than one decade ago to have only one-third of the recommended amount of insulation. This means that an extra layer of insulation may provide a critical extra layer of protection.
Because under-insulation problems are everywhere, most TAP technicians recommend adding this insulation to any existing insulation. However, this is not always possible if portions of the existing insulation show damage from a pest infestation. In these cases, the damaged insulation will be removed and replaced with TAP insulation.
MATERIALS IN TAP INSULATION
TAP is a cellulose-based insulation that has an added ingredient that aids with pest control as part of an Integrated Pest Management plan. That added ingredient is borate-based while the insulation itself typically consists of recycled paper. Accordingly, TAP insulation is an environmentally friendly choice that displays the ENERGY STAR Seal and Insulate Mark as well as being UL Classified.
DOES TAP INSULATION KILL PESTS?
TAP insulation is registered as a pesticide with the Environmental Protection Agency. This means that only a few well-trained professionals are qualified and licensed to install TAP insulation in homes and commercial buildings. Because it is a registered pesticide, TAP insulation excels at killing many of the most common pests. At the same time, you'll be impressed by this product's energy-saving capabilities.
Boric acid is the active ingredient in TAP insulation. This substance kills many pests on contact, but it offers no threat to people. As pests crawl into areas that have TAP insulation, tiny granules of boric acid become attached to their bodies. Most insects and other pests practice self-grooming, and when they do this, they ingest a lethal dose of boric acid. With their bodies unable to excrete this toxin, the pests soon become dehydrated and begin suffering from malnutrition.
Additionally, it is possible for pests that have been inside a building with TAP insulation to carry boric acid granules back to their nest. This helps to clear out entire colonies of pests.
TAP is effective on many common pest species such as:
• Ants
• Booklice
• Centipedes
• Cockroaches
• Crickets
• Earwigs
• Millipedes
• Pillbugs
• Silverfish
• Slugs
• Snails
• Stink bugs
• Termites
• And many others.
COMPARING TAP TO TRADITIONAL INSULATION
When comparing ordinary insulation to TAP insulation, it becomes clear that there is really no contest. Traditional insulation is made of fiberglass and is constructed in rolls. The only way to install it is to unroll it, but this configuration makes it impossible to ensure that even the remotest nooks get the insulation that they need.
TAP insulation is different. Because it is blown in, it is possible to fill up even the tiniest spaces in attics and walls. This means that TAP insulation simply provides better protection against cold and heat extremes.
Moreover, TAP tidily fits around conduits and pipes, making it harder for drafts and pests to gain entrance to the building. TAP even has a 45 percent greater R-Value than blown-in fiberglass insulation. The result is that the cost to heat or cool the building can be dramatically reduced.
Unlike other forms of insulation, TAP insulation does not settle over the years. This makes it possible for this insulation to maintain a consistent R-Value over the long run.
Of course, the most obvious advantage of TAP insulation is its ability to repel pests. If you are serious about keeping pests out, then it is critical to ask to have TAP insulation installed.
IS IT SAFE TO USE TAP INSULATION?
TAP insulation enhances energy efficiency, keeps pests away and helps to control fires with a fire retardant.
Traditional insulation is less safe in the event of a fire as it is prone to melting and starting a chimney-like effect in the walls and attic. Accordingly, the fire is allowed to spread with alarming speed.
TAP insulation is different. With its fire-retardant additive, TAP automatically begins forming a charred surface barrier that can stop flames in their tracks. IF you want to lessen the probability that your building will be a total loss in the event of a fire, then TAP insulation is the way to go.
TAP insulation also is superior to other insulation materials because it does not off gas. After the installation of ordinary insulation in homes and commercial buildings, the occupants frequently notice a troubling odor permeating the rooms. This is caused by chemicals being released from the new insulation.
TAP insulation does not have these chemicals. In fact, thanks to the boric acid in the material, TAP insulation is more likely to absorb unpleasant odors than emit them.
The Benefits of Choosing TAP Insulation
These are just a few of the reasons why many consumers make TAP insulation their insulation of choice:
-Keeps pests away
-More environmentally responsible
-More affordable energy bills
-Fire retardant characteristics
-More effective interior temperature regulation
-Less noise pollution
ADDING TAP INSULATION TO EXISTING INSULATION
If your Ewing area home or business has insulation that is in relatively good shape and does not show signs of damage due to a pest infestation, then it probably makes sense to leave it in place. However, it is likely that your building does not have as much insulation as it needs to be truly energy efficient.
People often express concerns about adding TAP insulation over the top of their building's existing insulation. However, research shows that there is no cause for concern. TAP insulation remains just as effective when it is used in conjunction with traditional insulation. Once TAP insulation is installed on top of existing insulation, you'll immediately notice that the building's interior is quieter, that the temperature is easier to regulate and that your energy bills are decreasing. Best of all, you will find that you no longer have to worry about bothersome pests coming indoors.
It is important to understand as well that adding TAP insulation to existing insulation makes the project go much more quickly. When it is not necessary to remove the insulation that is already there, installation of TAP insulation takes only about one-half of a day.
HOW TO GET TAP INSULATION
Only licensed pest management professionals can legally and safely install TAP insulation, so ask Newtown Termite & Pest Control our TAP services.
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