Spray Foam Insulation San Miguel County, CO

No matter which area you live in San Miguel County, at Pure Green Insulation, we have you covered when it comes to spray foam insulation. Our company specializes in spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO including the following areas and more:

• Mountain Village
• Norwood
• Ophir
• Sawpit
• Telluride

​Although spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO is not used for ever project, we are noticing that both homeowners as well as commercial business owners are opting for spray foam insulation in Mountain Village, Norwood, Ophir, Sawpit and Telluride.
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Before you opt for spray foam insulation it is always better to weigh the pros and cons, compare it with other types of insulation and then decide whether it will suit your home or not. Some of the most common questions are whether spray foam insulation needs a vapor barrier, what precautions are taken by insulation contractors when using spray foam and concerns about off-gassing.

Does Spray Foam Insulation Need a Vapor Barrier?

With traditional insulation like cellulose and fiberglass, a vapor barrier was often required to prevent moisture from entering the house. A vapor barrier is used to prevent vapor and moisture from diffusing to the wall. Sometimes vapor barriers have caused more damage than good. But they are recommended to be used in certain climates. For instance in very hot or very cold climates, the installation of a vapor barrier is recommended when you install traditional types of insulation.
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But if you are installing spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO, there is no need to install an additional vapor barrier. This is because the spray foam insulation itself acts as a vapor barrier. Spray foam insulation is the only insulation that provides a complete air seal and acts as a thermal insulator, vapor barrier and air barrier. While spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO is considered to be an effective vapor barrier by most inspectors, you can speak to your insulation contractor for recommendations and building codes in your area.

Safety Gear used by Spray Foam Insulation Contractors

​Most professional spray foam insulation contractors in Ophir, CO take certain precautions and follow safety guidelines when using spray foam insulation. Spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO is safe only when it is applied and installed in the correct manner using the appropriate equipment.

Some of the protective equipment that spray foam insulation contractors in Sawpit CO use is:

• Air-purifying respirator- APRs (Air Purifying Respirators) helps to remove air contaminants through mechanical filtration and/or chemical adsorption. However, the quality of protection that is offered by the APRs depends on several factors like the respirator fit, the type of cartridge used and the cartridge condition. The cartridge usually needs to be changed every 8 hours.
• Respirators- SARs (Supplied Air Respirators) is another type of respirator that is usually used by insulation contractors specialized in spray foam insulation in Telluride, CO. In this type of respirator, the air is supplied by SARs from a low-pressure pump through a hose that is located outside of the work area. This respirator consists of a face-piece, connected to the hose and used for both indoor as well as outdoor spray foam insulation projects in San Miguel County, CO.

• Skin protection- Spray foam insulation contactors in Norwood, CO use different types of body suits while installing spray foam insulation. This depends on how much exposure there will be. The best type of protective clothing is disposable suits made from chemically resistant material. These usually cover the entire body and prevent toxic chemicals from getting onto the body.
• Gloves- Gloves come in various types and sizes. Some examples are PVC, butyl rubber, fabric gloves covered in neoprene or nitrile. Gloves form a very important part of protective clothing and at EcoTru Spray Foam Insulation Colorado we always make sure to use the correct type of gloves for all spray foam insulation related work.
• Eye protection- All spray foam insulation contractors in Sawpit, CO use eye protection while installing spray foam insulation. Eye protection is very important because some amount of spray foam might splash into the eyes during installation. Apart from this, vapors, aerosols and dust may cause irritation in the eyes.

Does Spray Foam Insulation Off-Gas?

If you are interested in installing spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO and have been researching about it, you may have come across the term “off-gassing”. The term “off-gas” actually refers to VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) that are given off, when spray foam insulation is installed. Spray foam insulation contains isocyantaes. These are very reactive chemicals and it is the isocyantes that contain VOCs that cause the off-gassing. But VOCs are present in many other products like body and hair spray cans too.

Though off-gassing is a common phenomenon related to spray foam insulation in Mountain Village, CO, you need not be too worried about it. This is because spray foam insulation is completely safe after it cures. Since the curing time is typically between 24 and 48 hours, it is generally recommended that you leave your home for this period of time.

It is always better to confirm with your spray foam insulation contractor in Ophir, CO regarding what spray foam product they will use. Some spray foam products contain higher amounts of VOCs than others. This means that you may not need to leave your home for 24 hours. You might just need to vacate it for 2 to 8 hours.

Contact Us

Whether you are sure that you want to opt for spray foam insulation in San Miguel County, CO, or are still undecided about it, you can contact us to discuss what you have in mind. Having completed several spray foam insulation projects in and around the area, we would definitely be able to help you and answer any questions at you may have. We are also offering a free assessment and quote as part of our service!

Call (720) 336-2338