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InsulStar® has the Florida Product Approval for
adding strength to your home’s roofing system
when applied to the interior of the roof deck. In
high wind events, your home’s fastening system is
increased multiple times when InsulStar is added to
the decking and rafters.
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THE SCIENCE OF
WIND UPLIFT PROTECTION
For more info on InsulStar please contact your NCFI rep or
call us toll free (866) 678-5283 or visit www.InsulStar.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Secondary Water Resistance?
Why does FEMA need
so many blue tarps?
85% of damage came
from roof failures
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InsulStar High Performance
Wind Uplift Protection
+ Peace of mind
+ Substantial insurance savings in
most states
+ Lowers monthly energy bills
+ Tax rebates, energy credits and electric
company rebates
+ Secondary Water Resistance (SWR)
+ Stronger than nails-only
+ Provides superior R-value reducing
both heating and cooling costs
+ Creates an air barrier that eliminates
leaks and energy loss
+ Specially formulated to inhibit mold,
mildew and bacterial growth
+ Improves indoor air quality by keeping
out dust and other pollutants
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How does InsulStar lower monthly energy costs?#
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Does InsulStar meet requirements of local building codes?#
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Does InsulStar raise my roof temperature?#
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Will InsulStar protect from tornadoes?
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