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Spray foam insulation should be applied directly to the roof deck or rafters. (when installed in an attic)

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Question: Spray foam insulation should be applied directly to the roof deck or rafters. (when installed in an attic)
Top Answer (68% of 19 votes): True.

Answer: False
Explanation: We come in behind homes every year that have had foam installed to the underside of the roof deck, usually leaving no insulation on the attic floor. This causes 2 issues: 1 it is very likely going to void any shingle warranty you may still have, sealing off your roof like that is not recommended as it needs to be able to breathe (hence the need for roof/attic ventilation). We see curling shingles very quickly after this kind of sealing is done. 2: not insulating your attic floor is causing you to now be heating & cooling your entire attic area as well as your home. You want to stop you heat/air loss at your ceiling (with proper attic insulation).
Harper’s Insulation
Answer: True
Explanation: Spray foam insulation is what we consider an envelope system instead of letting the hot air escape (like in traditional vented attics ) we never let the bad (hot , or un-conditioned) air in the attic. It also helps keep out the dust, pollen , and other environmental pollution that might settle in or on other types of insulation inside your home to contaminate your air quality.
Poly Energy
Answer: True
Explanation: If you have a HVAC duct in your attic we recommend to spray your roof deck.
Master Foam
ProMatcher
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: It depends. Building code permits both vented and unvented roof assemblies to be constructed. Make sure that you hire a knowledgeable and experienced installer, and that they secure a building permit. We do not install spray foam insulation, as there are unanswered questions about the health and safety of this material.
Progressive Energy Services
Answer: True
Explanation: Yes, depending on application.
ACE Drywall & Acoustical LLC
Answer: True
Explanation: can also be applied to floor or sheet rock
MetroNYInsulation.com
ProMatcher
Answer: True
Explanation: Spray foam goes on roof
TLS Energy Savers
Answer: Not sure
Explanation: Depends on what you are trying to accomplish
GR Danielson & Son Construction Company
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