Attic

My attic is a place I visit once in a blue moon. To be honest, most of the time I forget it’s even a part of my house! For a …

The benefits of insulation are undeniable, and the rule of thumb is that the more insulation there is, the more you will benefit. However, there is definitely a point at …

When I started my investigations into attic insulation, I thought you only needed baffles if the soffit panel below was vented. However, when I studied the International Residential Code (IRC), …

Baffles are important for attic insulation installation because they protect the ventilation of this moisture- and heat-vulnerable room in the house. However, there is a distinct difference between important and …

Using valuable living area storage space for things that you pull out once a year or are storing for your one-day children or grandchildren seems like a waste. This is …

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 …

Most homes lose a lot of heat through the roof, so getting your attic insulation right is essential. Without it, you will be uncomfortable, your energy bills will be high, …

It seems that the more you learn about home ventilation, the more holes through your roof and walls you end up with. Some holes, like your bathroom fan vent, are …

Between dryers, bathroom fans, range hoods, and the like, our roofs and walls are riddled with holes that increase the maintenance we have to do on the house. Having to …

You are asking a really common question. Attics tend to exist outside of the building’s envelope, with passive vents allowing air to flow between the interior space and outside. Because …