Every commercial insulation project has unique needs, but some of the most challenging are those involving high-temperature exhaust pipes. In these cases, the insulation required must perform on a number of fronts. It must resist high temperatures, resist water vapor infiltration, and be flexible enough to install in various shapes. For those … [Read more...]

When you hear the words “commercial insulation,” the first image that pops into your mind is likely fiberglass: that roll of pink, fluffy stuff lining you can find in nearly every attic. That’s understandable, since fiberglass is possibly the most widely used type of insulation. It’s available in a variety of forms for a variety of applications, … [Read more...]

The summer forecast here in Knoxville, Tennessee, and the surrounding area can be summed up every year in two words: hot and humid. But for our clients, summer weather means more than slapping on some extra sunscreen. It’s also a time of heightened utilities costs and extra strain on mechanical systems. At special risk during the summer are a … [Read more...]

Safety is always a concern on a project, and a commercial pipe insulation site is no different. While pipe insulation offers huge benefits to companies in terms of energy costs and lifespan of equipment, there are also hazards involved in its installation. At Breeding Insulation, we take health and safety concerns seriously, and we know the best … [Read more...]

It’s an old cliché, but often true: in business, time is money. System failures, repairs, and employee downtimes all take profit right off your bottom line. And they can be catastrophic when they affect your building. To ensure that running your facility stays safe, comfortable, and affordable, it’s important to protect the systems that keep it … [Read more...]

Insulating your HVAC ducts has a variety of benefits, above and beyond simple savings on your monthly bills. Here are a few reasons to consider installing or upgrading your commercial duct insulation this summer. Short-Term Savings As cool air travels through your ductwork, it warms up, especially if that ductwork travels through a … [Read more...]

Naturally, you want your industrial insulation project to go smoothly. To help ensure you stay on time and on budget, you’ve selected the best possible team and scheduled the work. Is there anything else you need to know? Yes. Here are five things to ask an industrial insulation contractor before work begins. 1) Does the contractor have enough … [Read more...]

When properly installed by trained professionals, good duct insulation does its job quietly in the background. So, it’s easy to forget that insulation needs regular maintenance checks to nip problems in the bud. In some cases, those problems could become real health and safety hazards, too. Damage If your ductwork insulation has taken any … [Read more...]

The type of facility, aesthetics, and operational requirements for commercial insulation installation may vary from project to project, but the need for proper organization and execution does not. Your reputation as an insulation contractor depends on your reliability and preparedness to do the job. Some mechanical systems will require more … [Read more...]

There are as many types of mechanical insulation as there are applications for that insulation. Here’s a quick guide to the most common insulation types and their uses. Cellular Insulation Cellular insulation is made of up tiny chambers and may be made from a variety of materials like plastic, rubber, glass, and more. The two types of cellular … [Read more...]