Owens Corning ProCat® Professional Loosefill Insulation

Quick answer: ProCat® is Owens Corning’s blown-in fiberglass loosefill insulation for attics. Owens Corning designs it to resist settling and lists it as GREENGUARD Gold certified and formaldehyde-free. Gold Eagle Services installs ProCat as an Owens Corning partner, usually alongside air sealing and duct improvements.

Why does attic insulation matter so much in Austin?

Attic insulation matters because the attic is where most summer heat tries to get in. On an August afternoon an Austin attic can pass 130°F, and if your cooling bills seem high for the size of your house, thin insulation may be part of the reason. The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) has cited research estimating that about 9 out of 10 existing U.S. single-family homes are under-insulated.

Proper attic insulation and air sealing (closing the gaps that let attic air leak into the house) cut that wasted energy. At Gold Eagle Services, we can re-insulate your attic with Owens Corning ProCat® insulation as part of your HVAC and air distribution upgrades.

We treat insulation as one part of the whole attic, along with ventilation and the ducts, which together help:

• Manage attic heat and humidity through a long, muggy Central Texas summer.
• Limit the moisture and condensation that can lead to mold growth and wood damage.
• Hold insulating performance steady over time. Owens Corning designs ProCat® Professional Loosefill Insulation to resist settling so it holds its installed R-value, instead of slowly slumping like a tired mattress.

ProCat® insulation carries a manufacturer warranty. Ask us for the details.

How does ProCat insulation keep your home comfortable?

ProCat slows the heat moving between your attic and your living space. Owens Corning® ProCat® Professional Loosefill Insulation helps keep temperatures more even from room to room, so the house feels more comfortable, quieter and less drafty.

Because it’s blown in, it fills around joists, wiring and odd corners that batts leave gaps around. A thick, even layer on the attic floor slows the heat pushing down toward your ceilings, and in a new build or an older home ProCat is designed to keep doing that for years with minimal settling.

What certifications and safety ratings does ProCat have?

ProCat carries the ratings below. According to Owens Corning, the ProCat® system:

• Is made of inorganic glass fibers that don’t absorb much moisture, so the fibers themselves aren’t a food source for mold. Dust and debris on any surface can be, which is why keeping the attic dry still matters.
• Is GREENGUARD Gold certified for low chemical emissions.
• Has a Class A fire rating when tested per ASTM E84/UL 723.
• Is formaldehyde-free.

How much attic insulation does an Austin home need?

Austin’s current code minimum for attic insulation is R-49, and we recommend R-49 to R-60. R-value measures how well insulation resists heat flow: the higher the number, the better. Plenty of older homes have much less, sometimes a few flattened inches that have sat there since the house was built.

Not sure where your attic stands? We can take a look and tell you how much insulation you have, whether the ductwork needs attention, and what an upgrade would involve; schedule an attic check online or call 512-489-4653.

Upgrading with Owens Corning ProCat® insulation, along with air sealing and well-sealed ducts, can make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient. As an Owens Corning partner, we’re happy to walk you through the options, with no pressure to do it all at once.

What should you do next?

• Look in from the attic hatch with a flashlight and note whether the insulation looks thin or flattened, or whether you can see the tops of the joists.
• Compare what you have with Austin’s code minimum of R-49.
• Note any damp spots or roof leaks, since the attic needs to stay dry.
• Book an attic check to see your insulation level and ductwork.

Related guides: Gold Eagle Services: Proud Partners with Owens Corning, The Importance of Professional Insulation Installation for Your Central Texas Home and Choosing the Right Insulation Level for Your Climate (R-Value).

About Gold Eagle Services: This guide comes from the team at Gold Eagle Services, a family-run Austin HVAC, indoor air quality and mold remediation company founded in 2017. We’re licensed (TACLA119235 and RCO1783), insured and bonded, and we serve homes across the greater Austin area.

Need help with this in your home? Learn about our HVAC and home performance services, or call 512-489-4653 to schedule a visit.

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