Top 5 Signs Your Home Needs Better Insulation (And What to Do About It)

Let’s be real—no one likes being cold inside their own home. Or sweating in one room while freezing in the next. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why your house just won’t stay comfortable, your insulation might be the reason.

Insulation is one of those behind-the-scenes things that most people don’t think about... until it stops doing its job. The good news? Spotting the warning signs is easier than you might think—and fixing them can seriously improve your comfort, air quality, and energy bills.

Here are the top 5 signs your home might need better insulation, and what you can do about it.

Your Energy Bills Keep Going Up

If your heating or cooling costs have been creeping higher every season—and you're not using more energy—your home might be leaking that precious warm (or cool) air.

Poor insulation means your HVAC system is working overtime just to keep up. Spray foam insulation can help seal those gaps, so your system doesn’t have to work so hard. That means lower bills and more consistent comfort—a win-win.

Certain Rooms Are Always Too Hot or Too Cold

You know that one room? The one that’s basically an icebox in winter and a sauna in summer? That’s a red flag for insulation issues.

Inconsistent temperatures are a big clue that certain areas—like your attic, crawlspace, or walls—aren’t properly insulated. The right insulation (spray foam especially!) helps regulate the temperature in every room, all year long.

You Feel Drafts—Even with Windows Closed

Do you feel little bursts of cold air around your windows, outlets, or along the baseboards? That’s a sign air is leaking in and out of your home—and insulation (or lack of it) is likely the culprit.

Spray foam insulation not only insulates but also acts as an air barrier, sealing out drafts and creating a more stable indoor environment. Say goodbye to chilly toes and hello to even, cozy warmth.

Ice Dams or Melting Snow on the Roof

Let’s talk about roofs. If snow melts unevenly or too quickly on your roof—or if you’re noticing ice dams forming near the eaves—that’s usually a sign of heat escaping from your attic.

That heat loss comes from—you guessed it—poor attic insulation. Adding or upgrading to spray foam in your attic can keep heat where it belongs (inside!) and help protect your roof in the process.

Your Home Is Always Damp or Musty

A damp, musty smell isn’t just unpleasant—it’s a sign of moisture problems. And guess what? Bad insulation could be making it worse.

Spray foam insulation (especially closed-cell) acts as a moisture barrier, helping to prevent condensation, mold growth, and rot. It’s one of the easiest ways to protect your home and improve your indoor air quality at the same time.

If your home was built more than 20 years ago and the insulation’s never been updated, chances are it’s not performing like it should. Technology—and building codes—have come a long way. Spray foam offers a modern, energy-efficient upgrade that lasts for decades.

Recognize any of these signs? You’re not alone—and the fix is simpler than you think.

At Spray Foam Squad, we help homeowners all across Nova Scotia upgrade their insulation with high-performance spray foam that’s built for our climate. Whether it’s your attic, basement, or whole home, we can help seal in the comfort and savings.

Let’s make your home warmer, drier, and way more comfortable—starting today. 

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