Unlike blanket and foam board insulation, however, loose-fill is usually installed on the floor of the attic to stop heat from escaping from the rest of the home below, rather than in the roof joists.

Insulating your attic walls is one of the best ways to get your home optimal energy efficiency. The amount of insulation you’ll need depends on several factors, including where you live ...

The first step is identifying whether your attic insulation needs attention. "Most fibrous insulations are low-integrity fibers that break down over time," shares Andrew Legge, Founder and ...

Removing old attic insulation can improve your home's energy efficiency and air quality, but it’s not a task to jump into unprepared. From dealing with potentially hazardous materials to getting ...

Proper home insulation is key to maintaining a comfortable, energy-efficient home. In Cork, where the climate often brings ...

Roofing companies will also check your attic to assure it is well insulated and, hopefully, air sealed from the conditioned living space below. If this is not accomplished, the roof system could ...

To further increase thermal resistance, we decided to replace the roof and upgrade our attic insulation. In March, we removed the 4-kW solar array as well as the existing, substandard roof tiles.