Reducing unintentional air leakage (that is, air sealing) through the walls, ceilings and foundations of the house is one of..
Quik-Therm Insulation vs. Oversized HVAC
Did you know oversized HVAC systems combined with inadequate insulation increase heating & cooling costs significantly. Insulation should be specified..
Architects, Engineers and New Energy Codes for Buildings
Other than a building’s structure, insulation is arguably the second most important building design consideration. Buildings that incorporate superior insulation/weatherization..
NEW Mandatory Home Warranty
Albertans who buy new homes will have mandatory warranty coverage under new legislation. The New Home Buyer Protection Act requires..
Why insulating basement walls with Quik-Therm CIS is an environmentally responsible choice
Rigorous independent testing confirms that the Quik-Therm CIS basement insulation system will make your home or building more comfortable and..
You think it’s cold here …
While this past week has given most of us across Canada a reprieve, there is no doubt that throughout December..
Net Zero Homes / Energy Efficient Homes and Buildings are the Future
The definition of a Net Zero home is a home or building which produces as much energy as it consumes…
8 Reasons to Insulate Your Home or Building with Quik-Therm Insulation
1. Quik-Therm insulation SAVES ENERGY DOLLARS. At a time when energy costs are soaring it makes a lot of cents..
Insulating a Basement is Like Baking a Cake
The vast majority of homebuilders, renovators, contractors and homeowners have a socially constructed misconception about insulation in basements. This misconception..
Best Below Grade Insulation – Quik-Therm Sub-grade Insulation (SGI)
Basically there are three types of foam insulations suitable for below grade applications. They are expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene..
