Attic insulation / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...attic with batts Blown insulation in attics is as common as it is because it is usually the easiest and most effective method. If there are no contractors or rental equipment for DIY attic insulation, batts can work too, but try this link first - Find attic insulation contractor near me The reason batt insulation in at...

...attics or leave it undisturbed? How safe is it to leave Vermiculite in attics? What is the asbestos contamination risk during abatement? Testing for asbestos in vermiculite Professional asbestos removal methods In brief Identifying vermiculite in your attic The first step is visual identification. Vermiculite insulat...

...attic temperature. In this design, the insulation and air barrier are installed on the attic floor, separating the unconditioned attic from the conditioned living space below. The system relies on a few key components: Soffit vents: These vents, located on the underside of the roof overhang, allow fresh air to enter t...

...insulation.  Wires to melt ice dams are a solution, but hardly an energy efficient one, make this a last resort!  Fibrous insulation like cellulose and fiberglass insulation range around R3-4 per inch where spray foam is closer to R6 per inch. The high ecological and potentially toxic cost that comes with spray foa...

...attic after DIY roof insulation projects where new insulation covers up ventilation access. If you discover you have ice in the attic, the 3 things to check first are: Humidity levels in the Home - do you have high humidity and condensation problems? Attic ventilation - Is your attic ventilated correctly and sufficien...