You should consider home improvement projects aimed to enhance your home’s insulation if you’d rather stay indoors, but wouldn’t want to crank up the air conditioning. Here are some projects that can help make your home more comfortable in the summer.
Siding Replacement – Siding covers the exterior walls and is the first line of defense against the elements. The choice of siding material is important as it doesn’t just make your home look good, but also helps insulate the exterior surface. While common materials like wood shake, vinyl and aluminum are available, consider James Hardie® fiber cement siding. This extremely durable siding material contains wood fibers that enhance exterior insulation that will complement your exterior wall’s own, which helps reduce the heat absorbed in your home.
Roof Replacement – If your roof is up for replacement this year, consider cool roofing materials with features that help reflect sunlight and reduce heat absorption, also known as cool roofing. Metal roofs are a great example since cool roofing features can be applied after installation. The less heat your roof absorbs, the better your air conditioning system functions, and the more comfortable your home will be during summer. If roof replacement isn’t an option, have your roof and attic inspected for possible leaks or insulation problems.
Entry Doors – Properly insulated entry doors can bolster your home’s security and improve its curb appeal. One of its lesser-known benefits is that, with an insulated core and dual-panel glazing, it can help reduce ambient heat absorption. Proper installation is important to ensure a proper fit between the door and its weatherstripping components. We offer a wide selection of entry door options from leading manufacturers like Wincore® and ThermaTru®.
Replacement Windows – As with the entry doors, the right kind of windows can help make your home more comfortable during hot days. The key features you should look out for are insulated frames, dual-panel glass and low-emissivity (Low-E) coatings. Since glass is a naturally conductive material, dual-panel glass helps minimize heat conduction that prevents heat gain during hot days (and heat loss during winter) while the Low-E coatings block unwanted ultraviolet (UV) and infrared rays from sunlight. We offer products from Andersen®, Wincore, Simonton® and Pella®, and a wide selection of replacement windows that will fit your home’s style. They will also help you save on energy and make your home comfortable in any season.
To learn more about these home improvements, call Nuss Construction today at (856) 988-9982, or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. We serve many areas in and around Medford, NJ.