The Benefits of Metal Building Insulation Rolls
Insulating a metal building helps it maintain comfortable, consistent temperatures and leads to a sharp reduction in energy bills, among many other benefits. While there are plenty of good reasons to insulate a metal building during erection or after the fact through a retrofit job, the type of insulation you use affects everything from interior comfort and energy efficiency to sound control and maintenance costs.
While there are different ways to insulate a metal building, our 30+ years in the industry have shown us that metal building insulation rolls are a clear-cut above most alternatives. Here are a few reasons fiberglass insulation rolls reign supreme when it comes to insulating steel buildings.
Better thermal performance
An insulation roll has a particular “R-value,” which measures its resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value, the better its resistance. Insulation rolls often have higher per-inch R-values than alternatives, leading to superior thermal performance for the building.
Ease of installation
Insulation blankets typically arrive pre-cut to precise specifications, streamlining the installation process. This means less time spent cutting and fitting them onsite, leading to lower installation costs.
Affordability
The materials used in insulation rolls are often more affordable than those used to create spray-foam insulation or other alternative insulation types. Because they are pre-cut before arriving at your jobsite, they also produce less waste, which can lead to additional savings. Adding insulation blankets can also substantially reduce monthly energy expenses, generating month-over-month savings throughout your building’s lifetime
Enhanced durability & longevity
Steel building insulation rolls resist moisture, preserving their effectiveness while lengthening their lifespan. While some types of metal building insulation can settle or shift over time, insulation rolls typically stay firmly in place, reducing the need for maintenance or replacements.
Condensation prevention
Metal building insulation rolls provide gap-free coverage for a steel building’s roof and walls, eliminating areas where moisture could potentially seep in and compromise structural integrity.
Improved soundproofing
Fiberglass insulation blankets also help keep inside noise in and outside noise out, reducing sound transmission while improving productivity in work environments and comfort for all building users.
While it’s true that there is more than one way to insulate a metal building, some options offer more bang for your buck than others. By investing in fiberglass insulation rolls for your metal building’s roof, walls, or both, you create a more comfortable, functional environment, and you can also enjoy long-term savings over the lifetime of your steel building.
