Attic Insulation Prevents Heat Loss

Up to 25% of your home’s heating and cooling costs come from air escaping through attic space. Properly insulating your attic can greatly reduce this loss and save you a lot of money on energy bills in the long run.

When a house is not well-insulated, insulation contractor from the sun seeps into the attic through leaky ceilings and walls, where it can be lost to the outside. This thermal loss is prevented by a layer of attic insulation, whose insulating power can be measured in “R-value.”

The R-value rating indicates the amount of resistance the attic insulation provides to the flow of hot or cold air between conditioned living spaces and attic space. A higher R-value rating is more effective at reducing energy consumption and keeping your home comfortable.

Tackle Energy Waste Upstairs

There are several types of attic insulation available, and each type has its pros and cons. Some of the most common attic insulation types are fiberglass batts and rolls, cotton, mineral wool, and cellulose. Fiberglass batts are the most popular option, and they typically come precut to fit attic joists and rafters. Some fiberglass batts also have an air and vapor barrier on one side to prevent condensation and make fastening the insulation easier.

Blown-in cellulose attic insulation is another popular attic insulation, which can also be applied over fiberglass batts. This type of attic insulation is made from recycled materials and treated with boric acid to make it fire-resistant. The cellulose is then blown into the attic using a blowing machine.

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