5 Signs Your Home Needs Better Insulation

Is Your Home Trying to Tell You Something?

Many homeowners don't realize their insulation is failing until energy bills skyrocket. Here are five key signs that indicate it's time for an insulation upgrade.

1. High Energy Bills

If your heating and cooling costs have increased significantly without a corresponding rate hike, poor insulation is likely the culprit. Inadequate insulation makes your HVAC system work overtime.

2. Uneven Room Temperatures

Do some rooms feel like saunas while others are ice boxes? Inconsistent temperatures throughout your home often indicate insulation gaps or degradation.

3. Drafts and Cold Spots

Feeling cold air near windows, doors, or walls—even when they're closed—is a clear sign of air leaks that proper insulation would prevent.

4. Ice Dams in Winter

Though less common in California, if you live in mountain areas and notice ice dams on your roof, it means heat is escaping through your attic.

5. Pest Problems

Rodents and insects can damage insulation, creating gaps and reducing effectiveness. If you've had pest issues, your insulation may be compromised.

The Solution

Spray foam insulation addresses all these issues by creating a complete thermal and air barrier. Contact California Foam for a free home assessment.