Mark Nelson
"We have dedicated ourselves to becoming a national leader in environmentally friendly spray foam insulation because we believe that energy efficiency is one of the most crucial parts of the solutions to so many of our environmental issues. Renewable and recyclable materials are going to play an important role in how the future evolves."
Read More »
...
- Page Views
- 3,675
- Content
- 42
- Fans
- 0
- Contributor since
- 1/8/2011
Education/Experience
B of A. Trinity Western UniversityMotto
Spray Today, Save forever!Affiliations
EcoLogicFoamFavorites
None yet.Fans
None yet.
Displaying Results 1 - 42 (of 42) for All Content
-
Spray Foam Insulation Problems - the DetailsIn Winnipeg, Spray foam insulation is almost a fad. It is costly and many would be contractors assume this means it is very profitable. The result: there are lots of new spray foam companies in the Winnipeg market place. -
Crawl Space Insulation WinnipegIn Winnipeg, crawl spaces have traditionally been built as cool, ventilated spaces. They were meant to breathe to allow moisture to dissipate and they were not considered from an efficiency point of view. -
Vancouver Crawl Space InsulationIn Vancouver, crawl spaces have traditionally been built as cool, ventilated spaces. They were meant to breathe to allow moisture to dissipate and they were not considered from an efficiency point of view. -
Insulating Spray Foam CostsThis article provides an appreciation for advantages of using Insulating spray foam and why it is more expensive than fiberglass. -
Spray on Foam Insulation CostsA brief look at what it costs to start a spray on foam insulation company may help you better understand why it is not as cheap as fiberglass to use. -
Spray Foam Insulation & Vancouver Building Code OfficialsFrom Electrical inspections to insulation inspections, code officials are more interested in seeing that the work has been signed off by a professional (and paid) engineer than to assist a homeowner in building a home well. -
Vented Roofs and Spray Foam InsulationCreate a drainage plain against the underside of your roof have spray foam insulation applied to the to it - you get a better, healthier, longer lasting building, and one that your code official will approve! -
Winnipeg Insulation - is it Really About the R-Value?When you meet with your Winnipeg builder, renovator or hardware store service man to talk about insulation, R-Value is nearly always the first and often the only specification discussed. Is that all insulation is - just an R value? -
Winnipeg Spray Foam Insulation - Efficient and AffordableSpray Foam Insulation - a thorough understanding of how it works, what it achieves, and how existing products fail to meet their design criteria makes foam not only an affordable choice but a cheaper long term proposition by far. -
Winnipeg InsulationInsulation in Winnipeg, Manitoba needs to be updated to effectively protect our homes and reduce our energy dependancy. Winnipeg's humid summer climate is a significant factor in moisture drive and occupant discomfort.
-
Winnipeg Homes - to Breathe or Not to Breathe?Over the last half century, homes have become increasingly air tight as mandated by changes to building codes. Â This has caused a number of issues in building envelope performance in Winnipeg. -
Air Barrier Systems : Advantages and DisadvantagesWinnipeg Homes require an effective air barrier system. Nothing is more effective than spray foam insulation. Â As an air barrier, vapor barrier and insulation layer in a single application, drying is not a factor as foam is impermeable to moisture.
-
More to Insulation in Winnipeg Than Energy SavingsWhile most Winnipeg homeowners want to know the R value of the insulation in their homes, thermal efficiency is only one quality of insulation that needs to be looked at. Water damage is the number one cause of early building failure.
-
EcoLogic Spray Foam | Who We Are and What We BelieveEcoLogic Spray Foam Winnipeg exists to serve our customers. Â Far from a cliche, this is our core value.
-
What You Can Expect from Ecologic WinnipegWhen you call EcoLogic Spray Foam Winnipeg you can expect fast, courteous, professional service. Â Here at EcoLogic Spray Foam we value your time and know you have choices. Give us a call and join hundreds of other satisfied clients
-
The Problem with Modern Winnipeg HomesModern Winnipeg homes are too tight? But efficient homes have to be tight by definition. Following is a brief look at the issue, the problem, and an effective solution.
-
The Building Envelope | WinnipegThis article looks at the design of conventional building envelopes, the advantages of sealing Winnipeg homes with spray foam insulation and the importance of effective air barrier and vapor barrier control layers.
-
Moisture Control and the Building Envelope in WinnipegMoisture is responsible for the majority of structural damage to our homes in Winnipeg. Moisture damage to a building envelope happens because typical envelopes seen in residential buildings are full of penetrations
-
Looking for Foam Insulation in WinnipegIf you are looking for spray foam insulation in Winnipeg, MB, there are two different categories of foam with distinctly different properties; open cell foam and closed cell foam.
-
Insulation WinnipegDeclared R-values don't hold up under our cold climatic conditions. Your R-19 batt will perform at R-10 on a mild day and in mid winter may perform as poorly as R4!
-
Insulation Performance | Winnipeg, MBWhy is it that in Winnipeg, insulation continues to be used that results in poor performance, wasted energy and costly maintenance when a better alternative is available?
-
Hiring an Insulation Contractor in WinnipegIf you have ever hired a contractor to work for you in Winnipeg, MB, you have likely developed an opinion about how some contractors handle themselves.
-
Green Building WinnipegA good building enclosure is one that is air tight and has a high resistivity to heat loss. Building with spray foam insulation results in tight building envelopes and energy efficient homes. This is the real green.
-
Considering Spray Foam in Winnipeg?If you're a homeowner in Winnipeg considering Spray Foam insulation, there are a number of things that you should factor into your final decision as to its use or the choice of an alternative.
-
EcoLogic Spray FoamEcoLogic Spray Foam Vancouver exists to serve our customers. Our goal is not to sell you insulation, our goal is to educate, answer, respond to and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions.
-
What You Can Expect from EcoLogic Spray Foam VancouverOur process is low key, straight forward and geared to aid you in making informed decisions. You'll find us courteous and professional. We strive to be the contractors we would want to hire!
-
We Impact Our Vancouver EnvironmentThere is a very good chance that in the future, this generation and era will be looked back upon and studied for the decisions we make today.  They will wonder at our choices, values and motivations.
-
Spray Foam Insulation: Efficient and AffordableA thorough understanding of how spray foam works, what it achieves, and how existing products fail to meet their design criteria makes foam an affordable choice and a cheaper long term proposition by far.
-
Vancouver InsulationR Value is only part of what insulation does for your home. Acting as a barrier to moisture and air movement through your walls prevents damage, reduces maintenance and increases building life - but only if you have the right insulation!
-
The Concept of Insulation in VancouverBecause it is inefficient, fiberglass is responsible for 20% of our national greenhouse gas footprint verses alternative products. Because it is not an air barrier it is responsible for moisture damage to thousands of homes.
-
Vancouver Homes - to Breathe or Not to Breathe?Spray foam insulation is a recognized air barrier and vapor barrier, meaning it is impervious to moisture and prevents the damage water can cause. These are critical benefits in a coastal climate like Vancouver, BC.
-
Air Barrier Systems - Advantages and DisadvantagesNothing is more effective than spray foam insulation as an air barrier which acts as an air barrier, vapor barrier and insulation layer in a single application.
-
More to Insulation in Vancouver Than Energy SavingsThermal efficiency is only one quality of insulation that needs to be looked at. Because water damage is the number one cause of early building failure, a look at how water gets into walls and what can be done to prevent it brings a solution to light.
-
The Problem with Modern Vancouver HomesHere's a conundrum: Modern Vancouver homes are too tight? But efficient homes have to be tight by definition. Following is a brief look at the issue, the problem, and an effective solution.
-
The Building Envelope - VancouverThis article looks at the design of conventional building envelopes, the advantages of sealing Vancouver homes with spray foam insulation and the importance of effective air barrier and vapor barrier control layers.
-
Moisture Control and the Building Envelope in Vancouver, BCEcoLogic Spray Foam Insulation results in energy efficient homes, eliminates moisture issues and creates healthier indoor air quality.
-
Looking at Foam Insulation in Vancouver, BC?While open cell is cheaper at time of installation, closed cell will result in a lower cost of ownership when factoring the advantages of lower operating costs, lower maintenance costs, and longer building life expectancy.
-
Vancouver InsulationSpray foam creates a tight building envelope and in so doing a healthier, more environmentally friendly and lower cost home to own and live in.
-
Insulation Performance, Vancouver, BCOld insulation materials fail to eliminate convective air movement through your insulation and older homes often have little or no insulation installed.
-
Hiring an Insulation Contractor in Vancouver, BCWhat makes great service? As Vancouver insulation contractors, EcoLogic Spray Foam Insulation places your experience above all else - it is our core value.
-
Green Building, VancouverNo other material insulates or creates a better envelope than spray foam insulation. Â Building with spray foam insulation results in tight building envelopes and energy efficient homes. Â This is the real green.
-
Considering Spray Foam Insulation in Vancouver, BC?The higher cost of spray foam is more than offset in the reduced energy consumption and operating costs of owning a home that has foam insulation. In Vancouver, the benefits of foam go beyond energy savings.