Tax Credits & Investments
Financial Comparison & Pro/Cons of
Typical Insulation vs. ECOfoam Spray-Foam
Typical Pink/Fiberglass or Insulation |
vs |
ECOfoam Spray Foam Insulation |
|
| Increase in Property Value | 1% |
5% |
|
| Protects against Water/Moisture | No |
Yes |
|
| Protects against Insects/Rodents | No |
Yes |
|
| Protects against Mold/Mildew/Dust | No |
Yes |
|
| Utility Savings | 15% |
60% |
|
| Soundproofing | Small Amt |
Yes |
|
| Federal Tax Credits | Maybe |
Yes |
|
| Environmentally Sound | No |
Yes |
|
| Makes AC/Heater run more efficiently | No |
Yes |
Example of a $300,000 house,
paying an
avg of $250/mo in Electricity/Gas.
Typical Pink/Fiberglass or Insulation |
vs |
ECOfoam Spray Foam Insulation |
|
| Total Sq ft of insulation needed | 4,000 |
4,000 |
|
| Price per sq ft installed | $1.25 |
$1.75 |
|
| Total Cost (less $500 tax credit for spray foam) | $5,000 |
$7,000 |
|
| Increase in Property Value | $3,000 |
$15,000 |
|
| Property Value after Installation | $303,000 |
$315,000 |
|
| Monthly Utility Bill BEFORE | $250 |
$250 |
|
| Monthly Utility Bill AFTER | $212.50 |
$100 |
|
| Increase in Mortg Pmt if financed over 30 yrs | $31.43 |
$41.75 |
|
| Monthly Positive Cash Flow by Insulation Type | $6.07 |
$108.24 |
|
| 1st Yr Financial Return | -38.5% |
133% |
Using ECOfoam Spray Foam Insulation results in a first year return on your money of 133%. Typical Insulation results in a first year return of -38.5%. Yes, there is a better way folks.
**All figures above are estimates of a typical job we work with. Each individual property will differ.
ECO Foam is the leading spray-foam, cellulose, & radiant barrier insulation contractor in South Eastern US. We are a locally owned business (based in Virginia Beach) and dedicated to energy efficiency, eco-friendly building, top quality professional service, the best pricing, and the most state of the art products in the marketplace today. We are committed to helping Virginia become the world leader for low cost energy-efficient "Green" building techniques, for both residential homes & commercial buildings.
Air Seal and Insulate with ENERGY STAR
Sealing and insulating the "envelope" or "shell" of your home — its outer walls, ceiling, windows, doors, and floors — is often the most cost effective way to improve energy efficiency and comfort. ENERGY STAR estimates that a knowledgeable homeowner or skilled contractor can save up to 20% on heating and cooling costs (or up to 10% on their total annual energy bill) by sealing and insulating.
Click Here for more info >>
What is the return on my Investment & HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
First, let me ask you a question. If I offered to give you $200 per month Tax Free (increasing each year with inflation) for the life of your home but I only charged you $75 per month for the life of your mortgage, would you take that deal?
Click Here for more info >>
foam insulation & roofing systems Please Give Us a Ring At 757.515.5046 for a FREE Estiomate.