--- title: 70 Seconds on Why Quality Installs Matter description: Home building is changing and the quality of insulation installation matters more than ever. 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Poor quality insulation installation can reduce energy efficiency, lower a home’s HERS score, prevent qualification for certification and incentive programs even endanger code compliance. In this new [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jb4V3aomZxc), Insulation Institute lays out the business case for builders on quality insulation installation. ### ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER? 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