Knowing how to insulate an attic while leaving adequate clearance can be tricky. That’s because insulating it to the proper R ...

Nick contributes to publications like Angi,... Insulating a roof, not to be confused with insulating an attic, is another way to prevent heating and cooling loss. Roofing insulation gets installed ...

Dear Pablo: Is it more cost effective to install an attic fan or add additional insulation? When the sun shines on your roof, the dark shingles (assuming that you have a shingled roof) collect the ...

Q: I just got a bid for insulation of my 824-square-foot attic for $1,200. That seems pretty high. The contractor would blow in cellulose insulation. But you have said that expandable foam against ...

Proper attic insulation is a game-changer for regulating ... If you’re using gable vents for cross ventilation or roof vents, avoid blocking them with insulation. Instead, use rafter vents ...

There are many building components in a home that are hidden behind drywall or just out of sight. As an architect in the Washington area, I’ve worked with numerous homeowners to help them ...

Q. I just got a bid for insulation of my 824-square-foot attic for $1,200. That seems pretty high. The contractor would blow in cellulose insulation. But you have said that expandable foam against ...

Ross Trethewey helps a homeowner dealing with ice dams decide whether to insulate from his attic roof rafters or the attic floor. Richard Trethewey shares tips on irrigation repairs and how to ...

Wet insulation in your attic or loft is a sneaky problem that ... Address the Source of Water Check for roof leaks, dripping pipes, or any nearby water source for leaks. Check for structural ...

The insulation is scant on the floor of my attic, and my electrician will fill the gaps where the recessed lighting is. I don’t have soffits or a ridge vent, and the roof is only six years old.

During the colder months, your home can lose a significant amount of heat through the attic as heat rises and can escape through the roof. Insulating your attic can help prevent this heat loss ...