Products & Process

#1. Energy Shield Radiant Barrier

#2. Solar Attic Fans

#3. Soffit Vents

3-Step Process

#1. Inspect home for proper ventilation

#2. Add a Solar Fan and Soffit Vents if needed

#3. Install USAES Radiant Barrier

Energy Shield Radiant Barrier insulation is a reflective insulation system that offers a permanent way to reduce energy costs. Energy Shield Radiant Barrier insulation reflects radiant heat energy instead of trying to absorb it. It is a 99% pure aluminum perforated product laminated on both sides with a heavyweight tear-proof polyethylene scrim center. It will reflect over 97% of the radiant heat entering your attic and then your living area. It has no R-Value. But since it acts like "shade" it makes existing insulation more effective.

Most people are familiar with traditional insulating materials such as cellulose, fiberglass and styrofoam. These products use their ability to absorb or resist convective and conductive heat transfer to insulate. This is often referred to as R-value. A third, seldom discussed but larger form of heat transfer exists: radiant heat transfer. These diagrams show the differences between the three forms of heat transfer.

During the winter, 50-75% of heat loss is through the ceiling of your home. In the summer up to 93% of your radiant heat gain is through your ceiling and roofing system. If you are depending on R-value (resistance) alone to insulate against heat gain and loss in your attic, remember that thin layers of fiberglass are virtually transparent to radiant energy.