What Is AeroBarrier?

Why do you need AeroBarrier?

AeroBarrier is a solution to new codes you probably didn’t know you needed until now, and to truly appreciate it, you first need to understand the history. It was first invented in 1994 by Dr. Mark Modera. It was called AeroSeal. Its first intent was to seal heating and cooling ducts, but the concept was later applied to entire buildings. In 2017, AeroBarrier was shown at the International Builders Show. AeroBarrier, new but extremely effective, would revolutionize the way modern buildings pass code by sealing ductwork from the inside. AeroBarrier is generally considered one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce energy use in buildings. That’s why you, whether builder or homeowner, need this product. Whether you are trying to pass code or if you’re trying to cut your energy bill by over half, AeroBarrier is the solution. On top of this, AeroBarrier and Aeroseal duct sealing systems reduce drafts increasing comfort, it improves your air quality, and it stops moisture from causing mold. It reduces outside noise up to 40% and creates a first-line defense against insects and pests. With this product, you won’t need to use dense pack or foam on every crack anymore, saving your precious time and money.

What is AeroBarrier?

AeroBarrier is a spray caulking that self finds air leaks and seals them. We first pressurize the house; this causes all the air particles and the product to rush out of the air leaks. When the product gets to a leak, it sticks to the side of the leak until it bridges far enough to completely seal it. Once it’s sealed, it hardens just like caulking and stays sealed.

 
 

 Commonly asked questions

 

  • The building needs to be aired out for 30 minutes with a fan and equipment needs to be fully removed; only then can work or reentry resume in the house.

  • Yes, AeroBarrier is Greenguard Gold Certified, meaning it's not just safe for your home, but it's also safe enough to meet stricter requirements for use in healthcare buildings as well.

  • The AeroBarrier installation requires being able to control the pressure and the temperature of the house to be sealed. The ideal temperature for AeroBarrier is an outdoor temperature of ≥ 40˚F. It's possible to apply AeroBarrier below 40˚F, but it may require additional steps for the preparation.

  • AeroBarrier can find and seal holes of 1/2” to as small as a human hair. AeroBarrier is great at sealing leaks that are often overlooked or missed. It even seals the spots that aren't usually cost-effective to seal using the bare minimum amount of sealant.

  • AeroBarrier was tested by a third-party lab and they found that it lasted a whole 50 years with little to no damage to the sealant.

  • The AeroBarrier sealant is based on a water-borne acrylic and is also Greenguard Gold certified. It has been tested to various standards for fire spread, smoke production, adhesion, anti-fungal properties, tensile strength, etc.

  • It depends on when AeroBarrier is installed. If AeroBarrier is done right after the rough-in / drywall stage, it is cheaper and requires less prep work to be done. For finished houses, it requires all horizontal surfaces to be covered as the settling air product will adhere to it. This also costs more money and takes longer to apply AeroBarrier.