Code Compliance And Performance Verification For Home Builders

What Is Cotton Armor Insulation?

Cotton Armor insulation is made by the Applegate Insulation company. Applegate is also the manufacturer of the premium cellulose insulation we install.

Cotton Armor is a super eco-friendly batt style insulation that is made from 85% recycled cotton and denim. It’s proprietary fiber layering provides excellent insulation and sound control qualities. Because Cotton Armor is made from recycled denim and cotton fibers it is as comfortable, non-irritating and as safe to use as your favorite pair of jeans.

Cotton Armor installs just like fiberglass batt insulation, but there are none of the environmental or indoor air quality concerns like fiberglass batt insulation. Diversified Energy can install Cotton Armor in interior and exterior walls, floor systems and attics. 

Cotton Armor – Insulation & Sound Control

Cotton Armor insulation provides excellent thermal insulation and sound control qualities. It comes in standard thermal insulation levels of R-13, R-19 and R-21. Batts can be layered to achieve higher R-values in attic installations.

Sound Control

An R-13 Cotton Armor blanket insulated wall has an STC of 52, which is equivalent to 12 inches of cement. A comparable steel stud wall insulated with fiberglass batts have STC ratings typically in the forties. And, your typical 2″ x 4″ gypsum wood stud wall without insulation has an STC of 33 – 35.

  • An R-13 Cotton Armor insulated wall has a 52 STC
  • An R-19 Cotton Armor insulated wall has a 53 STC
  • An R-21 Cotton Armor insulated wall has a 54 STC

The higher the STC rating the better the sound deadening ability of the material [STC ratings calculated according to ASTM E-90 testing for sound transmission loss in 24″ o.c. steel stud walls and one 5/8 th inch layer of type X gypsum on each side].

Imagine how much more quiet and peaceful your home would be with Cotton Armor insulation installed in your interior walls and floor systems. It is perfect for insulating around your master bedroom, or all bedrooms for that matter, so everyone in the house gets a great night sleep. Use it to cut down on noise transmission between floors, or to isolate your family room or TV room.

Since Diversified Energy offers multiple high-performance insulation products, we can custom design a thermal and sound control insulation package that works with your budget, your energy efficiency, and environmental goals.

Wrapping It Up

Choosing the right insulation for your new construction or renovation project is a key item for your energy efficiency, overall comfort, and indoor air quality. Cotton Armor insulation adds another level to the decision-making process with it being extremely eco-friendly. For our clients that want be ultra eco-friendly in their new construction or renovation project, Cotton Armor may be the perfect insulation option.

Diversified Energy can install Cotton Armore Insulation in interior and exterior walls, floors, and in your attic. Most of our clients that choose Cotton Armor use it in combination with our other high-performance insulation products. We will install Cotton Armor in the interior walls and floors for awesome sound control, and install either spray polyurethane foam or stabilized cellulose insulation in exterior walls and attic.

For more information about Cotton Armor Insulation, and overall home performance,  contact us today – 504-273-7779 – [email protected].

Termite season begins late March and dies down in July. Other than experiencing the nuisance and the potential property damage of termites we also hear and recycle a multitude of the same myths and falsehoods year after year after year.

Fun Facts – The Myth of the ‘Mites

Other than our great weather and local alcohol-abundant festivals, Spring brings an ancestor of our other beloved friends…. flying cockroaches. Termite season began late March and typically dies down throughout July. Other than experiencing the nightly nuisance and the potential property damage from termites we also hear and – ourselves – fall victim to recycling ...

+ Read More

Did you know Valentine’s day and LEDs have so much in common?

Did you know Valentine’s day and LEDs have so much in common? With hundreds of types and styles of LEDs in the world, today make sure you’re 100% on point with all LEDs. Ok, so what’s the LED Valentine’s gig here? The Energy Department states that a single-family home has an average of 85 lights ...

+ Read More

Happy New Year 2023

January 2023 Update – Happy New Year!

Happy New Year everyone! As one of our company’s numerous New Year’s resolutions, we would like to begin the year with safety. Believe it or not, energy efficiency improvements may just be one of the secondary services we offer. Health and safety of course ranks #1! It is what we inspect over thousands of homes ...

+ Read More

Sign up for our newsletter

Diversified Energy
4.9
Based on 229 reviews
powered by Google
Anthony AlmericoAnthony Almerico
20:19 21 Mar 24
Nikki and her crew did an excellent job attending to my home energy needs. From the beginning, Nikki was very communicative letting me know exactly... what time the crew would arrive. They were very attentive to details, and made sure to keep me informed of everything that was going on throughout their work. They were even so kind as to let me know I had a roof leak, 😔, and notified me of it's location. They were mindful of my home and made sure not to disturb anything and even offered to help vacuum the house when they were done! They were also very aware, and kind, to my pup while going in and out the house, as he likes to dart around. Nikki made sure my gate and front door were always closed! (For those that have pets home while workers are present know how important this is.) I have had quite a few groups of people work on my home over the years and I can tell when someone cares about their work and when someone doesn't. Nikki and her team really cared, and I felt like I got to know them during the time they were working on my home. What a great job! It was a wonderful, EASY experience to work with them!read more
Blake CulpepperBlake Culpepper
18:50 09 Jan 24
Jeff and his team were very informative and helped me to understand the way my AC and insulation were contributing to moisture issues I was having.... Through an educational approach, we addressed the most pressing issues and will re-evaluate progress over time. We added spray foam over a previous spray foam job that was inadequately done, corrected damaged duct work under my house with insulation, and replaced an oversized AC unit, all of which were contributing to excess moisture and wasted energy costs in my home.Jeff and team were also very friendly and professional, which was refreshing when I was being oversold and pressured by another company. I would certainly recommend Diversified Air to friends and family.read more
TwiceonsondaysTwiceonsondays
14:31 04 Nov 23
Diversified Energy did a great job at my home for weatherization. The crew was extremely professional and curious. I would highly recommend this... company.read more
Gary ClementsGary Clements
17:05 07 Oct 23
Diversified Energy, from its owner, Jeff Haag, to its team led by Nikki, were thorough, competent, professional, hard-working and cost-effective. We... had our attic ductwork sealed and then the entire attic floor insulated with blown-in cellulose fiber, covered completely by sheets of the cutting edge technology of QV Platinum PCM (Phase Change Material) [Diversified Energy is the sole provider of this technology in the metro area]. Our A/C system works less now, even with continuing heat. We recommend Diversified Energy for upgrading your home’s energy efficiency!!read more
Jason RiggsJason Riggs
11:26 05 Oct 23
Jeff Haag and Diversified Energy went above and beyond while consulting with my client about insulation and home efficiency. He is very... knowledgeable and has insulated multiple homes for me, always with good results. Very responsive too.read more
Gena McKenzieGena McKenzie
14:06 13 Sep 23
sandy andrepontsandy andrepont
16:04 31 May 23
Nikki and her team did a wonderful in my home. They sprayed insulation, sealed air ducts and attic and much more. Nikki explained everything that was... being done, very professional and respectful of me and my home. I highly recommend them!read more
Rudy LinhubRudy Linhub
15:20 15 May 23
When only the best customer service and installation will do. They foam insulated my attic and installed an American Standard heat pump. Quick, easy... and in budget. A rare business find.Thanks Jeff!read more
Jenna DuplechienJenna Duplechien
21:38 11 May 23
Niki Aguillard and her crew came out to my house and did a fantastic job! They texted me what time they would arrive and they were on time. They made... sure every crack was sealed in my house and even put door sliders on the doors to keep the air from flowing in. They completely insulated the attic. They were very friendly and kind overall did an amazing job I’m very pleased with how they went over and beyond to ease every concern I had and I really appreciate their hard work. Would definitely recommend Diversified Energy “Plug into Comfort”read more
Joel HenschenJoel Henschen
22:57 13 Mar 23
We had a great experience working with Diversified Energy. They were always willing to communicate and take care of any issue that popped up. One... of the best and most honest contractors I have dealt with. I will definitely use them again in the future. Thank you!read more
Dolores FryouxDolores Fryoux
21:37 28 Oct 22
Niki and Damon did a great job today!! They really answered All my questions and concerns. I am very happy with the whole process and highly... recommend this company.read more
Avis JamesAvis James
18:27 13 Oct 22
Nikki and her crew sealed in the attic, around doors and around plumbing pipes. Then they returned to add insulation. Very professional. Great job.
Rebecca WhitakerRebecca Whitaker
00:08 25 Sep 22
Blake came out and did an energy audit of my place of residence. He was very gracious and professional. He respected my request for him to remove his... shoes and was patient enough to answer my questions. Thank you, Blake!read more
Darrin ClarkDarrin Clark
18:10 27 Jul 22
Niki crew came and explained the job details and performed very professional and in a timely manner and I was satisfied with the whole process and... would recommend to anyone that is in need of the services they provideread more
Dave ODave O
15:55 16 Oct 21
First off these are some friendly and professional people! They came in to our home and had nothing but respect and explained things in a way that... was more family/friend based than technical. BIG shout out to Mike and Ryan for the amazing help and work! They tested the house and did all the checks as well as made sure we had stuff in place. They hooked us up with a great light package that should help our energy use as well as lighting needs. Everything is top notch and amazing customer service!read more
Summer CarterSummer Carter
20:31 18 Mar 19
I had such a great experience with Jack, Shamone, and Chad! They were extremely friendly and very professional! Jack explained what would take place... the morning of my appointment and answered all of my questions! They were all very understanding of my very noisy three year old as well! Thank you again you guys for such a pleasurable experience!read more
js_loader

Diversified Energy is fully insured and licensed - State Licensing Board for Contractors - License number: 885628

Diversified Energy Is A Proud Member Of The Greater New Orleans Home Builders Association
Diversified Energy Is A BPI Certified Contractor
Diversified Energy Is A Proud Member Of The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance
Diversified Energy Is Proud To Be An Energy Star Partner