Baby, it’s cold outside! When it comes to keeping your home comfortable throughout the winter months, most homeowners consider the standard recommendations for insulating their homes. But what are some other things you can do to stay warm and save money on home heating? 

 

An expert in the topic of home insulation, home comfort and winterizing, John Galluzzo of ThermaPro Insulation, LLC joins Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. to talk about insulation needs and solutions homeowners may not even know about. 

Listen to learn about:

 

Meet John Galluzzo and ThermaPro. (Time stamp: 02:21)

 

The #1 heat loss source. (Time stamp: 05:06)

 

Why your insulation may be doing you little good. (Time stamp: 07:57)

 

The differences in spray foam insulation. (Time stamp: 10:49)

 

Fiberglass blown insulation recommendation: BIBS (Blown-In-Blanket System). (Time stamp: 11:44)

 

The benefits of radiant foil. (Time stamp: 12:15)

 

How to efficiently insulate narrow wall and ceiling cavities. (Time stamp: 13:31)

 

Why closed cell insulation can hide big roof issues. (Time stamp: 16:26)

 

How having your heating unit in a conditioned area saves big money. (Time stamp: 17:30)

 

Why you should have your insulation checked before ever replacing an HVAC system or your windows. (Time stamp: 20:28)

 

What exactly cellulose insulation is and why it’s not a good solution. (Time stamp: 26:00)

 

Air sealing is critical. Here is where you need it. (Time stamp: 27:56)

 

Why you need to be careful to not make a home too air tight. (Time stamp: 32:58)

 

Air leak points and product recommendations. (Time stamp: 37:30)

Guest Bonus Round: Fun with John! (Time stamp 40:36)

 

Do you match your socks? (Time stamp: 41:01)

 

Ice cream or chocolate bar? (Time stamp: 41:23)

 

Puppies or kittens? (Time stamp: 41:51)

 

Hot humid day, sunny or 70 degrees spring day, raining? (Time stamp: 42:18)

 

Snowing; stay inside or go outside? (Time stamp: 43:30)

 

Mustard or ketchup? (Time stamp: 42:46)

 

Favorite book or recent book you read? (Time stamp: 43:16)

 

If you weren’t doing your current career, what would you be and why? (Time stamp: 44:05)

Thanks once more to John Galluzzo of ThermaPro Insulation, LLC of Lexington, KY. Contact ThermaPro for insulation solutions, all year round. They can save you hundreds, even thousands of dollars, while helping you keep your home comfortable in any weather.  

 

Another BIG thanks to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The price of lumber has come back down again and the team at 84 Lumber can get you what you need for any project. An inventory of over 10,000 products, including numerous new products, coupled with a knowledgeable, friendly staff, 84 Lumber is the first choice for your home improvement supplies. 

Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success. 

 

Listen to past podcast episodes of Skinny On The Home on Podbean, Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

 

Recommended Products and Services and How to Get in Touch:

John Galluzzo, Co-owner 

Thermapro Insulation, LLC

www.thermaproky.com

facebook.com/ThermaPro-Insulation-LLC-460248951080225/

(859) 227-8677

Lexington, KY 

WJMM Radio

99.1 FM

Lifechanging Radio!

facebook.com/Life99WJMM

3950 Lexington Rd

Versailles, Kentucky 40383

Studio Telephone: (859) 873-8096

wjmm.com/skinny-on-the-home

Skinny On The Home host:

Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS

J & R Construction

jrcsi.com

facebook.com/JRCSI

youtube.com/user/JnRConstruction

 

Lexington Office

633 West Main Street

Lexington, KY  40508

(859) 225-0162

 

Owensboro Office

121 East 2nd Street, Suite 151

Owensboro, KY  42303

(270) 570-2891