Category: Continuous Insulation

Giving Thanks for a Warmer, Greener Home: A Thanksgiving Message from Green Insulation Group

As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, it’s a natural moment to reflect on what truly supports our comfort, our well-being, and our planet. At Green Insulation Group, we’re grateful for everyone who shares our vision: building better, ...

Seasonal Insulation Tips: Preparing Your Home for Extreme Weather

Why Seasonal Insulation Matters in New England Living in Massachusetts means experiencing all four seasons to their fullest — freezing winters, humid summers, and unpredictable shoulder seasons. The insulation that protects your home from winter’s chill must also defend against ...

The Pros and Cons of Continuous Exterior Wall Insulation

Building a high-performance wall assembly starts with the right materials. Green Insulation Group offers a wide selection of reclaimed rigid foam perfect for creating a cost-effective continuous insulation layer. Explore our inventory today. The Single Most Effective Way to Insulate ...

Exterior XPS Retrofits Over Plank Sheathing

Let’s get this house properly retrofitted for energy efficiency in your Massachusetts climate! You’re making a wise choice with continuous exterior XPS insulation, especially in a cold climate like yours. Using reclaimed XPS from Green Insulation is also a great ...

Deep Energy Retrofit Essentials: Sealing the Building Envelope with Rigid Foam Insulation

As sustainable building practices become more mainstream, deep energy retrofits are gaining popularity for their ability to dramatically improve home energy efficiency. A key component of these retrofits is sealing the building envelope to minimize heat transfer and energy loss. ...

Is Continuous Insulation a Continuous Air Barrier?

Continuous insulation (CI) in the context of home building is a layer of insulation that is installed without any thermal breaks. This means that the insulation is continuous around the entire building envelope, including the walls, roof, and foundation. CI ...

Pros and Cons of Continuous Insulation (CI)

Continuous insulation is a building design practice where a continuous layer of insulation material is applied around the exterior of a building’s envelope, often in conjunction with other insulation methods. Here are some of the pros and cons of using ...

Pros and Cons of Polyiso vs EPS vs XPS for Continuous Insulation

Continuous insulation (CI) is a layer of insulation that covers the entire building envelope without any thermal bridges, such as studs, joists, or rafters. CI reduces heat loss and improves energy efficiency, comfort, and durability of buildings. CI can be ...