Water Facility — Paincourtville, LA
August 13, 2026
A municipal water facility in Paincourtville needed insulation to help protect its interior environment and equipment from Louisiana’s heat, humidity, and temperature fluctuations.
The pumping facility required a durable insulation system that could provide thermal protection while also helping control air movement and moisture around the building envelope.
Project Challenge / Design Obstacle:
- Maintain a more controlled interior environment within a working water facility.
- Help reduce heat transfer through the building’s walls and roofline.
- Provide protection against condensation and moisture concerns associated with Louisiana’s hot, humid climate.
Thermo-Guard Solution:
- Installed an average of 2" of closed-cell spray foam insulation throughout the designated walls and roofline.
- Created a continuous insulated envelope around the facility to improve thermal performance and air sealing.
- Applied the foam directly to the building surfaces for a seamless insulation system with minimal gaps or thermal breaks.
Results:
- Reduced heat transfer through the building envelope.
- Improved temperature control inside the facility.
- Helped control air infiltration and condensation around the insulated surfaces.
- Added a durable insulation system designed to perform in Louisiana’s demanding climate.
Technical Note:
- Closed-cell spray foam provides approximately R-7 per inch while also functioning as an air barrier and moisture-resistant insulation.
- At an average 2" thickness, the installed foam provides approximately R-14 of insulation value, helping improve thermal performance in a high-humidity environment.
Quick Takeaway:
Closed-cell spray foam provides durable thermal and moisture control for critical utility and industrial spaces where maintaining a more stable interior environment matters.
