Insulation: 5 steps to a more efficient building and why I don't use spray foam

I have been really wanting to create a video on why we don't use spray foam insulation. Do I think spray foam is bad??? No not at all. I do however have my reasons why we don't use it or push our clients to use it in our buildings. I receive a ton of questions from DIY people and professionals about using spray foam in buildings and how to efficiently insulate a structure is always a hot topic.

In this video I go through 5 steps we take (probably more than that) to ensure an energy efficient building for our clients. Watch the video and give me your thoughts below in the comments or share this video with a friend that might have a use for it.

[RRBuildings]

thanks for all the positive comments and knowledge being shared on this topic. Keep it coming!!

[wrenchtechgarage]

It seems that I watch this video maybe once every four months. The rise of smart personable contractors who can present well on social media is a wonderful thing to behold.. People who work in the building trades, the ones who take pride in their work and are serious about their craft are often overlooked in our tech obsessed culture, but make no mistake about it they contribute mightily to keeping our economy chugging along.

[ShaolinIronLeg]

Your use of house wrap as a soffit vent channel is genius, so much cheaper than buying special products made just for that. Thank you for the idea!

[rezzbuilds]

I had to keep rewinding every 30 seconds because you were just blowing my mind with information. I've already been framing for over 3 years and this is a jackpot of information in 12 minutes. You definitely earned a subscriber I wish I could give you more

[levijames]

Hey man I got into Post Frame building 2 years ago and you’ve been a huge mentor for me without even knowing it, thanks a lot!

[popcorny]

I have no need for any of these tips, I just really enjoy the way you talk and clearly explain things.

[MarkKnue]

ALL of your videos help me out, not to mention my buddies who think they're too busy to sit and watch (do it wrong without watching the video, then watch the video, and go fix it later) AND YEAH, GREG: You are making some valuable contributions to a whole bunch of people, Bro!

[mikegreenwood]

great video my man. I own an insulation company in the northeast. We specialize in cellulose and fiberglass. Love what you guys are doing in the soffits to prevent wind wash as well as maintaining the R value over the top plate. Love all the videos. Keep them coming. Happy new year.

[woodbutcher]

I've been a builder for 25 years now....you are very fair and knowledgeable and I always learn something from your work. Thanks.

[tennesseetim]

THANKS From one craftsman contractor to another craftsman contractor. I just found your channel, BUT it's great to see someone else taking PRIDE in their work and workmanship!!!! Keep up the great work, tips and info !!!

[howardrickert]

I built my house in NH (2001) and went with closed cell foam. It blew my insulation budget out of the water, but I never regretted in the long term. We were warm in the winter, and cold in the summer, and used so little gas ( radiant heating ) that the delivery man thought the house was vacant. He said we used less gas than the houses that were vacant for the winter.
It soundproofed the structure, and made it incredibly stiff. If I built another house ( with help this time ) I would definitely use foam. No question.

[nomiSimple]

Thank You Greg for the videos, fine workmanship and putting up with Kyle....

[billhand]

I just finished a 30 year career in finance. But I think what I should’ve been doing is building. I find myself drawn to these videos to watch what the best guys in their fields do.
I can’t say I ever watched a video on Finance that would be a real snooze fest for me. Keep up the good work and thanks for the great videos.

[oboutdoors]

Love seeing you delve into building science and the hows & whys of building configuration!

[chriscrosslawncare]

We just had a shop put up earlier this year and now are to the point of installing the electrical and doing the insulation. The builder installed the house wrap under the outside metal and the vapor barrier between the trusses and the ceiling liner panel. Your video was perfect timing as we start the finishing process here (not too far away) in northern Indiana. Thanks

[Whatwherewhy]

Great video, Kyle. I really appreciate that you take such care when trying to make these building so energy efficient.

[HankinsExcavating]

As always thanks for the advice, being in central Indiana going from 60 to 10 degrees in 3 days sweating is a huge issue. Perfect cost effective route.

[josephnoll]

Short and sweet. Just the facts. Excellent video on insulating a pole building. I’ve been building houses for 30 years and found this very educational. Just did my first pole building and had no clue how to properly ventilate and insulate it. Metal is different than wood.

[tjvillan]

Honestly I’m a architectural ironworker and I’m privy to all this but if I wasn’t I would not question your work cause I’ve seen the pride you take in what you do! Quality shows and you showin!

[giguybd]

Such great advice, thank you for taking the time to help educate me!