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It may be necessary for you to obtain a mortgage or title work for the sale or purchase of your home. We are pleased to recommend that you arrange financing through Rocket Mortgage® and title work through Amrock.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ROCKET HOMES HAS A BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP WITH ROCKET MORTGAGE AND AMROCK IN THAT ALL COMPANIES ARE WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES OF ROCK HOLDINGS, INC. BECAUSE OF THIS RELATIONSHIP, THIS REFERRAL MAY PROVIDE ROCKET HOMES AND/OR ROCK HOLDINGS, INC., WITH A FINANCIAL OR OTHER BENEFIT.
Following is the estimated range of charges by Rocket Mortgage and Amrock for the settlement services they provide. These charges are customary and are provided so that you may compare them to other service provider charges.
There may be additional charges depending on the loan product or title services you select.
WHILE WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO USE ROCKET MORTGAGE AND AMROCK, YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO DO SO AS A PART OF YOUR REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION WITH ROCKET HOMES. THERE ARE FREQUENTLY OTHER SETTLEMENT SERVICE PROVIDERS AVAILABLE WITH SIMILAR SERVICES. YOU ARE FREE TO SHOP AROUND TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU ARE RECEIVING THE BEST SERVICES AND/OR THE BEST RATE FOR THOSE SERVICES.
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Sean Bryant 6-Minute Read March 01, 2021
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Have you ever noticed that a room in your home is always colder than the rest of the house? It’s most likely due to a lack of insulation in the walls or even the attic space above. Insulation allows the heat to stay in your home and prevents the cold winter air from getting in.
The Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program estimates you can save as much as 15%, on average, on your heating and cooling costs, just by having the proper amount of insulation in your home. No matter if you need to insulate an attic, the walls, or even your garage, this is a critical step in winterizing a house.
But when it comes to insulation, there’s a lot to consider. You need to think about the R-value you need and the type of insulation you want to use (fiberglass vs. nonfiberglass insulation). Some can have a pretty steep price tag, while others are just cheap insulation with lower efficiency. We’re going to talk about each of these items so you’re more informed in case you need to improve a drafty room in your home.
Fiberglass is the most common type of insulation found in homes. Made from small glass fibers, fiberglass insulation can be extremely irritable to a person’s skin and lungs. Because of that, it’s important to always wear protective gloves and a mask when working with fiberglass. Even though fiberglass can be cheap insulation, there are also several downsides that need to be considered.
When you’re shopping for insulation, it’s important to have a basic understanding of some of the key insulation terms. Some of these items impact both the cost and effectiveness of different types of insulation.
R-value stands for the resistance the material has to heat transfer. The higher the R-value of your insulation, the more efficient it’s going to be. Depending on where you live in the United States, there are different building code requirements for the R-value needed. In colder climates, you’ll need a higher R-value compared to a home in a warmer climate. Energy Star has a guide for the recommended R-value in your area.
Off-gassing frequently happens with spray foam insulation. This occurs when the chemicals from a solid or liquid turn into gas while they’re in the air. These gases can be harmful if they’re inhaled. When using spray foam insulation in your home, it’s usually recommended that you avoid being inside for a period of time after installation.
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) are both gases and odors that get omitted from insulation. The higher the VOC level, the more dangerous it is for a person to inhale it into their lungs. When searching for insulation, make sure you find something that has a low amount of VOCs.
Fiberglass is by far the most common type of insulation found in homes. It’s easily available and it’s easy on the wallet. But if you looking to stay away from putting fiberglass insulation into your home, there are several non-fiberglass alternatives you can choose from. Just be forewarned that none of these will fall into the category of cheap insulation, but most are better for the environment and your home.
If you have a drafty room in your house or looking to build an addition, installing insulation is going to be one of the most important things you do for energy efficiency. When it comes to choosing a type of insulation, there’s a lot to consider. While fiberglass tends to be the most common, non-fiberglass insulation is growing in popularity because many are safer for the environment and healthier for our homes. A lot of home improvement projects, including insulation, can be complex. Make sure you stay up to date with the Rocket Homes® blog to learn more.
Sean Bryant is a Denver based freelance writer specializing in travel, credit cards, and personal finance. With more than 10 years of writing experience, his work has appeared in many of the industries’ top publications.
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