The summer weather is here in full force in El Cerrito, and many area homeowners are wondering what they can do in order to stay cool on the hottest days of the year. At Hassler Heating, we believe that the key to a comfortable, healthy and efficient home is a properly sealed home envelope. With air sealing and insulation on your side, you can ensure a cool home environment no matter how hot it gets outside.

But wait—isn’t insulation just for the winter? Contrary to popular belief, the answer is (surprisingly) no.

Why Insulation Matters in the Summertime

When most people think of insulation, the chill of winter comes to mind. It’s what keeps us warm indoors when the temperatures outside are falling, and it helps to keep our heating bills low. What many people don’t realize, however, is that the same concept applies during the summer months when the sun is beating down in full force. Insulation works by helping conditioned air of any kind from escaping, whether it be warm (during the winter) or cool (during the summer).

In the end, a well-insulated home will almost always outperform the alternative when weather extremes are occurring. With as many as 90% of U.S. homes under-insulated, most El Cerrito homeowners who are looking to stay cool this summer will benefit from an insulation upgrade.

Don’t Forget Air Sealing!

Insulation is certainly one of the most important elements of home performance and can have a noticeable impact on home comfort, but it works best when combined with air sealing. When the tiny cracks and gaps found throughout many California homes are sealed, airflow between inside and outside environments is no longer able to occur. This results in your cooling systems not having to work nearly as hard to maintain a cool indoor environment, those leading to longer lifespans and less threat of emergency breakdown.

Hassler is Here to Help

At Hassler Heating, we believe that all of our customers deserve to enjoy a comfortable California summer, and if you’re looking to cool things down a bit, we can help. Our team of home performance experts can diagnose whatever issues your home may be faced with, at which point we’ll put together a detailed plan that takes into consideration your budget and needs.

Ready to move forward with true summer comfort? Contact us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment.