Radiant barriers are installed in homes (attics, walls, roof decking, flooring) and have been proven effective to reduce energy usage and cost by reducing summer heat gain and winter heat loss. Most newly constructed homes contain some type of radiant barrier in the construction process. Installing a radiant barrier in your home may be the lowest cost, single best improvement possible to produce the greatest overall reduction in energy usage and expense.
Radiant barrier technology like other technologies has experienced dramatic improvements over the years. Today’s barriers are lighter and stronger yet preform better than older versions.
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