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!

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...

Nov 2, 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 25, 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...

Jun 24, 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...

Jan 29, 2020

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...

Nov 21, 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...

Mar 6, 2019

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...

Sep 5, 2018

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...

Jul 12, 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...

Apr 11, 2017

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 26, 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...

Dec 25, 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...

Nov 27, 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....

Aug 8, 2016