The Hidden Costs of Poor Insulation

Insulation is one of those critical features in a home that’s invisible once the walls are sealed—so it’s where many builders decide to cut costs. Unfortunately, buyers don’t realize they’ve got a problem until they’re facing sky-high utility bills for years to come.

Insulation’s effectiveness is measured by R-value: the higher the number, the better the performance. Here in Texas, we face extreme heat, and having high R-values in your insulation is key to keeping your home comfortable without overloading your HVAC system. The problem with fiberglass insulation, often used to save money, is that it struggles to maintain its rated R-value. Gaps, compression, and settling mean your fiberglass batt insulation isn’t performing nearly as well as advertised. Inadequately insulated attics, in particular, leak conditioned air consistently, forcing your AC to run excessively just to maintain a livable temperature.

At S. Clements Homes, we use spray foam insulation as a standard inclusion. Why? Because spray foam offers consistent, high R-value performance without the common issues seen in fiberglass, like settling or gaps. It’s a long-term investment that pays off every day, lowering energy bills and preserving comfort.

Insulation may be hidden in your walls, but the cost of poor insulation is anything but invisible when those utility bills arrive each month. If you want to make sure your home is outfitted with the best insulation that keeps on giving, call me directly at (469) 853-7952. I’m happy to discuss proper insulation standards, offering honest answers from 25+ years of experience.