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SFC’s A.I.R. (Assurance, Integrity, and Reliability) Seal of Excellence for Spray Foam Insulation posted for public comment
The SFC has posted the draft Metrics and Criteria for the A.I.R. (Assurance, Integrity, and Reliability) Seal of Excellence for Spray Foam Insulation (TM) for public comment. The comment period will run for 30 days, closing on November 19, 2025. November 20, 2025,...
Termite Inspections and Spray Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation and termite bonds can coexist. Spray foam insulation is a best-in-class solution for insulating basements and crawl spaces. It offers one of the highest R-values available, while also air sealing your home without the need for additional...
Florida Implements R-20 Unvented Attic (with ducts in conditioned space)
Florida implemented a new prescriptive R-20 unvented attic on July 1, 2025. The standards for the unvented attic were passed as part of Florida HB 267 (2024). The new requirements for the R-20 unvented attic are: Section 7. Effective July 1, 2025, section 553.9065,...
New York Senate Committee Advances R-30 UVA Bill
Today, the New York Senate Housing, Construction, and Community Development Committee has passed a critical bill—S.5940—that will enhance the quality, affordability, energy efficiency, and resilience of homes across the state. The Spray Foam Coalition strongly...
SFC Guidance on Georgia Code Amendments for Crawlspaces, Basements, and Attics
On November 9, 2021, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs approved the 2022 Amendments to the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (2022 Amendments). The 2022 Amendments include two requirements for spray foam. The 2022 amendments require the use of...
Spray Foam Can Help You Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Every decision—from how you commute to work to the home you live in—determines the size of your carbon footprint. Environmental, as well as cultural and economic realities, determine the tradeoffs and sacrifices we’re willing to make for a cleaner world....
SPF Strength and Resiliency
Constructing resilient homes has become a target of architects, builders, code officials, and local governments. The purpose of building a resilient home is to create a structure that is better able to withstand a variety of weather-related challenges that it may...
The Five Benefits of Spray Foam
In our day-to-day lives, there are simple luxuries that typically go unnoticed, but are greatly appreciated. This feeling can come from a smooth car ride, an uneventful day or your favorite pair of jeans that fit just right. You can achieve a similar feeling in...