Keeping your home cool and comfortable during the hot summer months and warm during the winter months can be difficult without the help of radiant barrier insulation. These materials redirect heat away from your home to prevent cold air from entering and hot air from leaving. In addition to helping you reduce your energy bills, they can also help keep your home comfortable for your guests.

Unlike other types of insulation, radiant barrier is made of reflective foil-type material that redirects heat away from your home. It is often installed in your attic or under your roof sheathing. This insulation is not only inexpensive, it can also elongate the life of your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system.

Radiant barriers can reduce the temperature in any room. They can be used in hot or cold climates and are effective anywhere they are installed. They can be installed in your attic, over your metal roof, in your barn or over your outbuilding.

They are made of materials with higher R-values than other types of insulation. These materials reflect up to 97 percent of radiant heating and can create a nearly impenetrable envelope around your home. They are also able to keep your home cool throughout the day.

One of the biggest challenges with radiant barriers is the accumulation of dust. This can have a negative impact on the reflectivity of the material. To prevent this, you should install the barrier with proper ventilation.