Retrofitting older homes often requires creative solutions to address air leakage, insulation gaps, and unique construction challenges. There are many situations where high-pressure closed-cell drum foam provides unmatched performance. This session will take a practical look at when and where drum foam is the right tool for the job, based on Halco’s decades of experience retrofitting homes across Upstate New York. We’ll explore real-world examples that demonstrate how drum foam can effectively tighten up building shells, especially in hard-to-reach or irregular spaces where other insulation methods fall short. Attendees will gain insight into the benefits, limitations, and considerations of this product, including cost, safety, and long-term performance. The session will also highlight the importance of integrating drum foam into a whole-home strategy rather than using it as a one-size-fits-all solution. Participants will leave with clear guidance on how to evaluate homes for drum foam use and how this tool can contribute to healthier, more efficient homes when applied correctly.
Learning Objectives:
By attending this session, attendees will:
Understand the circumstances where high-pressure closed-cell drum foam outperforms other insulation methods in old-home retrofits
Learn how to evaluate homes for high-pressure closed-cell use, including identifying key challenges and opportunities
Gain knowledge of best practices, safety considerations, and integration strategies to maximize performance and customer satisfaction
