Fiberglass is the most common garage insulation. Fiberglass insulation can be laid in sheets or sprayed in as loose fill insulation. Other types of insulation used for garages are foam and recycled. Most construction businesses give clients at least two insulation types to choose from.

The experience of your staff and your budget will help to determine which insulation you choose. Fiberglass sheet insulation is the easiest to install and requires no special tools, making it the least expensive. Foam insulation is much more expensive and requires special training and equipment for installation. As you review your garage insulation needs, consider the following:

1. Find a garage insulation provider that sells fiberglass insulation

2. Purchase foam insulation and installation equipment

3. Use insulation made from recycled products

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Locate retailers that sell rolls and loose fill fiberglass garage insulation

Fiberglass garage insulation can be purchased in rolls or sheets, and as loose fill. Fiberglass sheets and rolls are easy to install and do not require the purchase of any extra equipment.

I recommend: Roofing and Insulation Supply has a variety of garage insulation to choose from. Their insulation is a loose fill fiberglass. EJ Davis Insulation sells insulation in rolls. They have the capability to custom package insulation rolls for any business.

Find garage insulation equipment and supplies for foam insulation

Foam insulation is a good choice to insulate garage walls because it offers a high R-value, has a seamless air barrier and restricts moisture transmission. Foam insulation is more expensive for the home or business owner up front, but will pay off in lower energy bills for years to come. Foam insulation requires special equipment for installation.

I recommend: URE-TEC is a wholesale supplier that carries open and closed cell foam insulation. URE-TEC offers training courses to learn how to install foam insulation. ABI sells foam garage insulation equipment and offers training courses as well.

Go green with recycled garage insulation

Insulation made from recycled products will be an important option for clients that are environmentally conscious. Recycled products are treated with solutions to make them equally, or more safe that standard garage insulation.

I recommend: Excel Building Solutions has a garage insulation list that includes Warmcel, which is created from salt treated recycled newspaper. Warmcel creates an airtight seal, preventing thermal convection currents. Bonded Logic is a company that uses recycled denim to make housing insulation. Find recycled garage insulation information on their website, including the benefits of this environmentally friendly product.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  As you browse for insulation and installation equipment on a garage insulation directory, consider the percentage of clients that would prefer foam insulation in comparison to fiberglass. The volume of clients that choose foam over fiberglass will impact the time it takes to recoup investment costs.