O’Reilly Brothers Blog

O’Reilly Brothers, Ottawa, has provided a collection of informative articles about all things insulation for our valued clients. Be sure to check back often, as we will be posting frequently!

May 24

Early Spring House Maintenance Guide in Ottawa

As we look forward to warmer days and all of the other wonderful things that summertime brings, it's also a good time to take stock of...

Dec 7, 2022

What to Do if I Have a Roof Leak?

Did you know that the most common causes of roof leaks are broken shingles, cracked flashing, and improperly sealed valleys? If you want...

Jun 5, 2022

HOW CAN I REDUCE MOULD GROWTH?

Did you know that experts in Canada have identified two hundred and seventy different species of mould in buildings? Given that the...

Jun 5, 2022

WHAT BUILDING MATERIALS CONTAIN ASBESTOS AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THEM

You don't see asbestos in the news very often anymore, but many buildings in Ottawa still have the dangerous substance. More than half of...

Jan 9, 2022

HOW CAN SPRAY FOAM INSULATION PROVIDE BETTER INDOOR AIR QUALITY?

The air inside your home has the potential to be more polluted than the air in a large, industrialized city. Poor indoor air quality can...

Dec 6, 2021

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CONTAMINATED INSULATION REMOVAL

You're walking through your kitchen and you hear rustling coming through your ceiling. The thing is, you don't have an attic... you have...

Sep 26, 2021

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT UNDERFLOOR INSULATION

What's on your mind today, homeowner? Perhaps you need to mow your lawn, clean your gutters, tend to your garden, and maybe even service...

Jun 2, 2021

HOW MUCH CAN NEW HOME INSULATION SAVE?

With long warm summers and freezing snowy winters in Ottawa, you'll want to make sure your home is properly insulated year-round. Without...

Nov 2, 2020

ASBESTOS REMOVAL OTTAWA: HOW COMMON IS ASBESTOS IN DRYWALL?

More than 38,000 asbestos-related deaths occur globally each year. Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was used extensively in...

Nov 2, 2020

FIREPROOFING OTTAWA: HOW SPRAYED FIREPROOFING IS BENEFICIAL TO PROTECT YOUR HOME

"The roof is on fire!" That's something you'll never hear if you use sprayed fireproofing for your home. Sprayed fireproofing puts a...

Jun 25, 2020

WHY IS SPRAY FOAM HELPFUL TO PREVENT MOULD?

Most people realize that a mould infestation can cause serious health problems. It causes coughing, sneezing and serious issues like lung...

Jun 24, 2020

WHY SPRAY FOAM IS BEST FOR RIM JOISTS

Insulating your home is important to maintain energy efficiency around the property. A rim joist is a board placed on top of the sill...

Jan 29, 2020

SPRAY FOAM VERSUS CELLULOSE INSULATION: WHICH IS BETTER?

Insulation helps improve your home’s energy efficiency significantly reducing your heating and cooling costs. It slows down heat...

Nov 21, 2019

HOW TO DEAL WITH FLOODS?

Floods cause significant damage to buildings and other structures like bridges, destroy crops and result in loss of life. They affect...

Mar 6, 2019

WHY ABATEMENT STILL MATTERS IN 2019

You may think dangerous building materials like asbestos are a thing of the past but in reality, toxic substances are still present in...

Mar 6, 2019

WHY BLOWN CELLULOSE IS A GOOD INSULATION CHOICE

One of the most popular forms of insulation currently on the market is blown cellulose, a material praised by homeowners and insulation...

Mar 6, 2019

HOW TO CHECK FOR MOULD IN YOUR HOME

Mould in your home is not only unsightly and unhygienic—it also carries serious health and safety risks. That’s why it’s important to...

Sep 5, 2018

5 WAYS TO SAVE ENERGY IN YOUR HOME

Are you interested in saving some money on your energy bills? You're in luck! From simple behavioural adjustments to small home...

Jul 12, 2017

WHEN TO REPLACE INSULATION

Insulation is an important element of Canadian living but one that receives little attention because it’s behind walls and hidden away in...

Apr 11, 2017

BENEFITS OF SPRAY FOAM INSULATION

With the recent wave of home renovation celebrities like Mike Holmes promoting the value of spray foam insulation, more and more...

Dec 26, 2016

VERMICULITE INSULATION: WHAT IS IT AND WHY SHOULD IT BE REMOVED?

If your house’s insulation system contains vermiculite minerals, you might want to think twice about carrying out any major maintenance,...

Dec 25, 2016

STEPS TO REMOVE ASBESTOS IN AN OLDER HOME IN OTTAWA

If you’re thinking of renovating, repairing or demolishing a structure built prior to 1990, you may want to consult a qualified abatement...

Nov 27, 2016

WHAT HOME INSULATION IS RIGHT FOR ME?

Ottawa residences are all looking to make a huge difference in home energy bills each winter. For many, this means installing energy...

Aug 8, 2016

REASONS TO INSULATE YOUR HOME

Unless your home was specially constructed for energy efficiency, you can probably reduce your energy bills by adding more insulation....