This Cape Cod-style is one of the most popular American architectural styles for homes, with its clean lines, central door, and cottage-like charm. Despite the appeal, the Cape Cod is not without its drawbacks, particularly when it comes to comfort and energy efficiency — issues that can be easily solved with proper insulation.
Standard has experience and expertise insulating Cape Cod style homes throughout the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region. We can assess the home’s unique challenges, recommend solutions, and save you money while making your home more comfortable.
Challenges of Insulating Cape Cod Style Homes
When many of these homes were built, heating oil was cheap, making insulation low on builders’ list of priorities. Other common problems include unfinished wall spaces on either side of the home and hollow floor joists, both of which create drafts and air leaks.
Poorly insulated wall areas make the second floor of most homes challenging for temperature control. Many homeowners find that their second-floor rooms are cold in winter and sweltering in summer, no matter how hard their HVAC system works. Installing proper wall insulation is only one piece of the puzzle.
With new builds, insulating Cape Cod style roofs includes installing attic insulation and bringing knee wall areas into the home’s conditioned space, which helps eliminate leaks and drafts. Existing homes must maintain a delicate balance between insulation and ventilation, which requires guidance from expert professionals.
Another major challenge for this architectural style stems from vented dirt Cape Cod crawlspaces. Without proper crawlspace insulation, many Cape Cods suffer from air quality issues and frigid flooring on the first floor.
Standard’s Insulation Services for Cape Cod Homes
Cape Cod house insulation requires an expert touch. Whether you’re dealing with new construction or upgrading an existing Cape Cod home, Standard is here to help. Proper insulation enhances comfort and energy efficiency and prevents moisture and pest problems.
For insulating Cape Cod roofs, walls, and crawlspaces, spray foam insulationis often a go-to solution. It can be used for knee walls and/or roof decks, and it offers fast, easy installation for new and existing construction. Benefits of spray foam insulation include a custom fit, high R-value, and superior moisture resistance.
Another popular option for new construction and existing Cape Cod homes is blown-in insulation, which is particularly helpful in attic spaces and other areas in need of minimally invasive installation. This environmentally friendly insulation product is made mainly from cellulose fibers and provides energy efficiency, muffled indoor and outdoor noises, and Class-1 fire retardant protection.
Get in Touch with Standard to Learn More
We have nearly a century of experience insulating homes in the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region, and we’re committed to providing exceptional service, enhancing your home’s energy efficiency, and saving you money. Schedule a free consultation for your new or existing Cape Cod home or call us toll-free today at 800-738-1424 for information.