When you have insulation in the attic, you have to be sure it doesn't block the flow of fresh air from the soffit vents below the eaves, up and out through the ridge vent (or gable vent in older houses). Attic rafter vents (also called insulation baffles, baffle vents or proper vent) are used to …
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Finishing an Attic Includes What?
Finishing an attic is less expensive than putting an addition on your house but it still takes time and money (more ideas for finding extra space at home). In fact it takes more time and money than you realize, so this article provides you with an attic remodeling checklist to help you research your …
Attic Insulation, Ventilation and Energy Efficiency in Winter?
Attic insulation is the solution most homeowners think of when they have ice dams. A warm winter coat is like attic insulation. But you need more than a warm coat -- you need a hat, scarf, gloves, etc. The coat will slow the loss of body heat but what about the gaps where your coat sleeves don't …
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The Secrets Hiding in Your Attic
Unless you've got a finished attic, you probably only climb into your attic to put away holiday decorations or store things you might need for a few years. That little access panel isn't easy to crawl through and even the pull down stairs aren't fun. The real point here isn't how you access your …
Insulation 101 for Smart Homeowners
Insulation is like the lining of your coat, it stops the heat your body generates from escaping and by doing so, keeps you warm. Our home's insulation works the same way to keep us comfortable, by reducing the amount of conditioned air leaving our homes --- warm, heated air during the winter and …
