Updating or upgrading your insulation is never as simple as simply installing new insulation. This is especially true when you have vermiculite insulation, which has a bit of a checkered …

There are two features of attics that are important for the health and comfort of the whole home. The first is ventilation, and the second is insulation. Baffles stop the …

The order of certain things makes a huge difference in the outcome. For example, imagine eating a burger with the meat and tomato on the outside and the bread in …

Foam plastics are highly flammable and release fumes when burning. As these materials are popularly used for home insulation, the International Residential Code extensively regulates when and how foam insulation …

Moisture is a well-known enemy of every home. Mold is readily linked to the presence of this moisture, but when it comes to insulation, the continued function of the material …

Insulation can become wet during the construction process or due to water leaks in your home. This can lead to a variety of problems, including structural damage, decreased effectiveness, and …

Nobody wants wet insulation, even if you can dry it out. Handling compromised R-value, mold, and the cost of replacing aren’t my favorite activities either. While we know the common …

Many home-improvement projects call for drilling or cutting in the attic or walls and through the insulation. However, not all insulation is safe to mess with, and drilling into the …

Sometimes appliance programs can be overlooked when we don’t fully understand what they mean. The same can be said for dryers and the different settings they offer. When I was …

I’m all about multi-function items and finding cheaper ways to do things. Items like moving blankets are great to use, but they spend most of their time in storage. As …