I added insulation to my attic rafters and plugged the space between the outdoors and my attic with insulation. It lowered my heating bill by $150/month, but I've seen some information that I …

Oct 13, 2022 · Community and Q&A Efficiently and cost-effectively insulating an old attic with 2×6 rafters nonstoptr | Posted in Energy Efficiency and Durability on October 13, 2022 02:24pm

Mar 27, 2022 · So insulating the rafters would help minimize the heat coming in this way and only leaving the 115 degree heat to blow in from the large vents where my joist insulation will …

Jan 18, 2018 · My attic has two vents at the peaks of the gables, and two Whirlybird vents, so it's definitely an unconditioned space. I have no reason to make it a conditioned space, but should …

Jan 22, 2025 · Here’s my question: once the baffles are in place, what’s a good way to add insulation? Options I’m considering (layers described from roof down): Option 1: roof …

Dec 19, 2021 · Apparently it works well. My son had a house built about 10years ago and the attic has sprayed foam , which is solid after a few minutes. In a hot area of Texas and he says his …

Jan 27, 2020 · From what I understand the conditioned space should be at the slope of the roof if my duct work will be up in the attic, would putting RockWool insulation in between the rafters …

Sep 21, 2018 · Squeezed at the eaves. Unless the builder specifies raised-heel trusses or devises a way to elevate the heels of the rafters, there won't be enough room near the eaves for code …

Dec 23, 2021 · Just be sure to put enough insulation on the roof, get it sealed and insulated properly over the exterior walls, and provide a bit of conditioning for the attic. Closed-cell spray …

Nov 12, 2010 · Randy, Don't waste your money an an attic radiant barrier. The same amount of money would do much more good if you invested instead in air sealing work and additional …