Insulating your attic is a great home improvement project that provides significant energy savings and adds to your home’s value. However, you should always hire a professional to install insulation and make sure that your attic access is properly sealed and insulated before starting. It’s also important to prepare your attic for insulation by removing any items, covering furniture and informing the household occupants.
Boosting Home Comfort with Spray Foam Attic Insulation
Many homeowners choose blanket or rolled insulation, which are available in sheets of fiberglass, cellulose (made from recycled paper), mineral wool and other natural materials. Also known as loose-fill, this type of insulation is blown into the attic using special equipment to fill open spaces and around obstacles. It’s effective at stopping heat from escaping or entering the house and is moisture-resistant when a vapor barrier is installed with it.
Another option is spray foam insulation, which is sprayed directly onto attic surfaces. This type of insulation expands to fill gaps and conform to uneven attic structures, making it ideal for retrofitting existing homes without major renovations. It also offers superior air resistance and a tight seal, which can reduce leaks and improve thermal efficiency. Its initial cost is higher than other types of insulation, but it lasts longer and offers improved moisture resistance.
Spray foam insulation also helps reduce drafts and improves indoor air quality by minimizing allergens and pollutants. It’s available in both open- and closed-cell varieties, which differ in how well they seal air leaks and voids, but both offer good insulation and air sealing.
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