Keeping Creepy Critters at Bay

Keep unwelcome bugs out with modern insulation upgrades

Certain critters are cute… but there are a number of wild ones you would rather keep out of your cozy home. Not only are they gross but some pests can be dangerous for the health of you and your loved ones. Cockroaches and mice pick up nasty bacteria as they rummage through garbage while bats, fleas, ticks, ants, and termites carry their own special brand of nuisance.

This is where upgraded, modern insulation can help!

Say goodbye to pesky, unwelcome guests. New spray foam insulation is not only good for creating moisture and sound-proofing barriers, locking in heat in the winter or cool air in the summer, but it can also seal up those cracks and crevices in your roof, attic, walls, and crawl space to keep those annoying beasts at bay.

How do you get started? Insulation is preventative – you cannot use it to cover up an existing pest problem – so it is important to check over your old material to see what sort of condition it is in. Insulation breaks down over the years so if you can spot any animal droppings, dead insects, and even visible cracks on the outside, it is time to upgrade and facilitate old insulation removal.

As well as spray foam, there are fibreglass insulation options as well that contain boric acid and borates. These compounds can deter pests over time and is also useful for protecting wood frames from carpenter ants or termites. Professionals from Okanagan Insulation Services (OKI) can remove the old, dirty insulation and suggest the best replacement type for your space(s).

The great news is there has never been a better time to upgrade your insulation using Fortis BC and BC Hydro rebates via the Home Renovation Rebate Program (HRRP). Add in the Canada Greener Homes Grant and you could be eligible for $11,100 in insulation improvement rebates. OKI is a licensed insulation contractor for the program and will help you every step of the way.

Ready to save more than 10% on your home energy bills as well as keep out way more of those creepy critters thanks to brand-new insulation? Check out the OKI website for information here and act today!