The building envelope is the boundary line that separates the indoors from the outdoors. It consists of both an air barrier and thermal barrier that should be continuous and in contact to be most effective.

 

The building envelope consists of three layers:

 

Getting the building envelope tightly sealed and well insulated is the most important step you can take to increase your home’s performance and energy efficiency.

 

When you have a well-designed building envelope, you will have greater control over air leakage, moisture intrusion, and heat transfer. “Build it tight and Ventilate right” is the mantra of many experts in the profession. That tagline neglects though to make sure it is properly insulated.

 

We will work with you closely to define your building’s envelope. With all the types of insulating systems available out there today, we can help advise you on which one suits your needs and application. We guarantee to explore all the options available that fit your particular situation and need. Before you make changes to any exterior wall or try to lower your energy bills by buying new windows or adding solar panels, let us help you define your building envelope to be sure you get the most out of your investment.