Insulation

The insulation we went with for the house is called BIBS (Blown in Blanket System). It is a blown in insulation that gives us an R-40 in the cathedral ceiling . First they staple in cardboard forms that give the air space for ventilation.


Next they cover the framework with a fabric. The fabric holds the insulation in place while letting out the air during the blowing process.

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The following day the truck showed up to blow in the insulation.

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You can see the insulation blown in the left 3 cavities.


All done!


The next day the crew came to poly the insulation


The effect this insulation has on the house is amazing. Prior to insulating, on hot days, the first floor was cool (the logs keep the heat out) and the upstairs was unbearably hot. After insulating, on hot days you would swear the house was air conditioned! It is great!