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Before You InsulateBefore You InsulateBefore You Insulate You Must Control Air Leakage Most homeowners are aware that air leaks into their houses through what seem to be small openings around doors and window frames and through fireplaces and chimneys. Air also enters the living space from other unheated parts of the house, such as attics, basements, or crawl spaces. The air... |
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Can You Do it Yourself?Can You Do it Yourself?Can You Do It Yourself? Whether or not you install the insulation yourself depends on the structural design of your house and the type of materials used in its construction. Placing insulation in the attic floor is usually easy, requiring only laying the material between the parallel joists of the frame. Be careful about where you step in... |
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Check the Label Before You BuyCheck the Label Before You BuyCheck the Label Before You Buy No matter what kind of insulation you buy, check the information on the product label to make sure that the product is suitable for the intended application. A good insulation label should have a clearly stated R-value, and information about health and safety issues. An informative label should state: The... |
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Determining Your R-ValueDetermining Your R-ValueDetermining the R-Value You Need for an Existing House The amount of insulation you need depends on the climate, type of heating (gas, oil, electricity) you use, and the section of the house that you plan to insulate. The attic is the first area to consider because it is accessible and therefore less expensive to insulate. A computer... |
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Do You Need More Insulation?Do You Need More Insulation?Does Your Home Need More Insulation? To begin to answer this question, you must first find out how much insulation you already have and then determine how much more would be cost-effective. Many older homes have less insulation than homes built today. A qualified home energy auditor will include an insulation check as a routine part of an. |
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Examples of Where to InsulateExamples of Where to InsulateExamples of Where to Insulate In unfinished attic spaces, insulate between and over the floor joists to seal off living spaces below. * 1A attic access door In finished attic rooms with or without dormer, insulate ... 2A between the studs of knee walls; 2B between the studs and rafters of exterior walls and roof; 2C ceilings.. |
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Fiberglass Insulation: Most Common MistakesFiberglass Insulation: Most Common MistakesFiberglass Insulation Most Common Mistakes Preparation - Installation - Mistakes Not providing for good air circulation between the roof and the insulation Neglecting to find out the most efficient R-value for your area and insulating accordingly Installing fiberglass batting with the paper side (vapor barrier) facing toward the outside.. |
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Foam and Foam Board InsulationFoam and Foam Board InsulationFoam and Foam Board Insulation Even though many foam insulation products are more expensive than other types of insulating materials, such as fiberglass, cellulose, etc., they are commonly used in buildings where there are space limitations or where very high R-values are desirable. Foam insulation R-values range from R-4 to R-8 per inch... |
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