Professional Contractors
SPF Professionals (Contractors, Homebuilders, Applicators, others)
As a spray polyurethane foam (SPF) professional—contractor, homebuilder, applicator, architect, marketer or helper—you’ve probably seen the growth in demand for SPF products and your services.
SPF insulation has grown in popularity in large part because it is so good at keeping homes warm in winter and cool in summer.
Because it is sprayed directly into the gaps, cracks and other surfaces that contribute to heat loss, it both insulates and air seals, offering one of the easiest and most effective ways of insulating and weatherizing existing homes and new construction.
Some Benefits of SPF in homes
- Increases comfort
- Impedes entry of insects and pests
- Minimizes air infiltration that can generate condensation and result in mold growth
- Seals small cracks to help insulate large areas, such as walls and roofs
- Resists settling due to its general stability
- Can qualify for utility rebates, tax credits and green certification
Among other benefits, it can help save on energy use, reduce heating and air conditioning size, and reduce drafts and noise. These and other benefits have probably been something that you have been asked to describe to customers.
As an SPF professional, you’re in a position to talk about the benefits of SPF and answer questions from customers. SPF professionals have a responsibility to stay informed about the safe use and handling of SPF products. This site will help you achieve that. An initiative of the American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) it is designed to help you be a better—and better informed—professional.
More Information on this site for the SPF Professional
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- SPF Insulation Basics summarizes how SPF works, from its chemical composition to what happens when it’s installed
- Types of SPF provides detail about the two types of products you’ll find yourself using: open- and closed-cell foam
- Health and Safety Guidelines offers a detailed summary of key health and safety precautions for using SPF
- Resources gives you access to a range of additional information beyond this website, covering topics such as contractor certification, disposal of SPF drums, and additional best practice information
Trained, professional installers can help you select the right product and communicate the necessary safety precautions.