| <!-- @page { size: 8.5in 11in; margin: 0.79in } P { | | | | compared to others, therefore it becomes essential to |
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| Retrofit insulation refers to the process of adding new | | | | considerations that you need to keep in mind while Fire |
| modifications to existing insulation systems. Since | | | | Proofing your house. The first thing that you need to |
| windows are a major source of heat loss in the house, | | | | consider is the fire safety codes in your state. Another |
| retro windows are an ideal option to prevent this heat | | | | important consideration is the moisture content in a |
| loss. Retro Windows are generally preferred over | | | | particular area. In case an area is high on moisture |
| new windows since they can be installed without | | | | content than you will need to take extra precautions to |
| disturbing the existing framework. Such replacement | | | | prevent damage due to mold and other similar |
| windows are generally available in different material | | | | conditions. |
| such as wood, vinyl, glass, fiberglass and aluminum. | | | | |
| | | | | Another area in your house that could lead to |
| Retrofitting the windows will ensure that there is no | | | | significant heat loss is the atrium. In case your house |
| unnecessary heat loss from inside the room. This helps | | | | consists of an Atriumyou should ensure that the |
| in maintaining a comfortable temperature, and also | | | | surrounding windows and walls have been insulated |
| improves the quality of air inside the room. Not only will | | | | properly. |
| you be able to save on your energy bills, but | | | | |
| condensation will also be minimized on the windows. | | | | It is generally advised to avail the services of a |
| | | | | professional to gauge whether the insulation in a house |
| Another aspect that you should give consideration to is | | | | is adequate or not. Not only will a professional be able |
| fire proofing of your house. Fireproofing consists of | | | | to estimate your insulation requirements but will also |
| making the insulation material in your house fireproof, | | | | assist you in effectively retrofitting the existing |
| thereby eliminating the chances of a fire occurring. | | | | insulation. |
| Certain areas of the house are more prone to fire as | | | | |