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Travis Brungardt explains why he is 50/50 on spray foam insulation and why his construction company typically avoids it when other options work. He discusses concerns around installation quality, rework, odors, fire protection coatings, limited drying potential, and achieving continuous air control.

At the same time, Travis points out where spray foam can make sense, particularly in tight spaces, shallow roof assemblies, and retrofit situations where maintaining an effective air barrier is difficult with other materials. He compares open-cell and closed-cell foam with mineral wool, focusing on R-value, vapor control, installation, and the practical trade-offs involved in choosing insulation for a particular project.

Check out Episode 1 of Builder's Insulation Playbook here: Builder's Insulation Playbook - Ep. 1

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