Tricks of Insulating Your Attic
Your heating costs in the winter and your cooling costs in the summer might both increase if your attic is poorly insulated. Additionally, it might result in material damage to your roof. But when it comes to insulating the attic, many individuals are unsure of where to begin or what materials to use. Here are 4 tips and tricks for your attic insulation job and have it finished.
Attach to the Bottom of the Attic Rafters
If you don’t have the panels up for your walls yet, a great way to add insulation to your attic is to staple large 48–72-inch panels to the bottom of the rafters. The large panels make it quick and easy to insulate the room. You can bind the seams using electrical tape or choose a brand with an incorporated adhesive line.
Attach to the Roof Between the Rafters
If you have small 16–24-inch panels, installing them between the rafters is best. Stapling the insulation edging to the side of the rafters will hold it in place and enable you to leave a 2-inch air gap between the insulation and roof sheathing. This small air pocket will help the insulation work better.
Attach to the Floor
Adding insulation to your attic floor can help dramatically lower your heating and air conditioning costs by helping to separate the attic from the rest of the home. Use large perforated panels for best results. You can add the new panels directly over any older insulation for even better protection.
Drill Holes to Blow In Insulation
If you have a finished attic, you can carefully remove the wall panels to use one of the previous methods, or you can drill small holes in the wall to use blow-in insulation between the rafters. This method can take longer than the others because you have to find each of the rafters using a stud finder and place an inconspicuous hole between them near the roof. Then you use a special tool to blow in the granular or foam insulation without needing to remove the wall.
If you need an attic insulation service in Sioux Falls, SD, turn to Knight Insulation. For more information, call us at (605) 202-8199 today and book an appointment with one of our services!