If you�re doing research to make your home more energy efficient, then you�re

probably seeing a lot about building science.

The next thing is to figure out what is building science for existing homes.

RetroFoam of Michigan has been working to make homes more energy efficient and
comfortable since 2002 using foam insulation. That experience means we understand
building science and how it works when it comes to your home.

In our continued efforts to educate homeowners, we will explain building science to

you and what it means for your home.

What is Building Science?

Building science is the study of buildings in relation to energy efficiency and air
sealing, as well as the energy consumption of appliances like your furnace or air
conditioner.

It�s important for any contractor you hire to work in your home to understand
building science concepts and fundamentals. Basically, you want them to know what
factors dictate how easy or difficult it is for your home to be efficiently cooled
or heated.

You also want your contractor to be able to discern how susceptible your home is to
air infiltration, moisture buildup, as well as how the ductwork in your home is
laid out in relation to the appliances.

All of these factors play into building science and how easy or difficult it might
be to heat or cool your home.