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Attic Insulation Company Tips

Professional Attic Insulation Versus DIY

Dusty, stuffy, cramped, and congested, an attic is not always the most welcoming place. However, that is no excuse to ignore it. Your attic is vital to keeping your home safe and comfortable when it is adequately insulated. But who will install it? Should you do it yourself or go the safe route and hire a professional attic insulation company? As tempting as it may be to go the DIY route, you should always leave it to the professionals.

The Dangers of Not Hiring a Professional

As mentioned above, it is tempting to go the DIY route when you want to save money and upgrade your insulation. However, doing this can be disastrous for the following reasons:

  • An inexperienced insulation company could botch the job forcing it to settle or fall through after a period of time.

  • A DIY installer could overlook glaring insulation problems that include mold, mildew, or settling and just add new insulation on top of the old insulation, which is not recommended.

  • Inexperienced installers often do not understand the laminar airflow and how to install insulation.

  • DIY insulation installers often have a tendency to over-insulate an attic, thinking that more is always better. This would be a mistake, as over-insulation will in fact stifle airflow and ruin the interior air quality.

  • An inexperienced installer could fail to protect your attic insulation against moisture and rodent infestation, which may result in the insulation material used deteriorating faster.

  • Unskilled insulation installers may end up violating the local building codes and safety regulation laws. As the insulation may not conform or meet the necessary R-value.

Safety and Longevity

When hiring experts, you can be sure that the insulation installation will be handled properly and in a timely manner. You can expect the insulation to last a long time and serve your property well. This makes hiring a professional a worthwhile investment.

If you would like to make an appointment with a professional attic insulation company, or just want to ask us questions, please feel free to contact Knight Insulation at (605) 202-8199 now if you live in or around the Sioux Falls, SD area.

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