WEDGE-IT® is a Class A Fire Rated, Above-Deck Insulation, specifically made for tile roofs.
A simple, low cost product made from EPS foam that—as a component of an installation system—is designed to meet the 2019 T24-Part 6 HPA requirements for reducing heat transfer into the attic and living space of a residential building.
When installed properly, WEDGE-IT can reduce heat transfer into the attic and living space by 85%.
2008 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
The California Building Energy Code Compliance software for Residential Buildings (CBECC-Res) indicates that ABOVE-DECK INSULATION is more effective per-unit R-value at saving energy than below-deck options.
High Performance Attics—Final Report. Measure Number: 2019-RES-ENV2-F, Residential Envelope, 09/2017
In addition to being Class A Fire Rated, WEDGE-IT has been tested for Water Absorption and Mold Growth. Tests done by *Insulfoam—in accordance with ASTM C1338-00—shows that EPS foam scored no traces of mold growth over a 28 day period. You need water absorption for mold to propagate.
• Roof Install Remains Unchanged.
• Install time is Minimal.
• Low Labor Training.
• Low Install Costs.
WEDGE-IT has been used for 16 years, and its been installed on thousands of homes and HOAs. It is simple to install. Just prior to installing the tile, wedge-it is placed in the space between the rows of battens on the roof deck. It is held in place by the standard tile fasteners. Wedge-It does not require any additional tools or glues to install, nor does it slow down other trades on the job.
• Install time is Minimal.
• Low Labor Training.
• Low Install Costs.