Attic Insulation

Although it is rarely thought of and seldom seen, the insulation in your attic is incredibly important. If your attic insulation is properly installed and in good shape, your home will be more energy-efficient. You’ll also rest assured that you don’t have contaminated insulation that can affect the health of your home. Unfortunately, many homeowners overlook their attic insulation and fail to include it in regular maintenance efforts. In order to keep your home as energy-efficient as possible, it is…

If your home was built decades ago, it may not be as energy-efficient as you would like it to be. One of the best ways to improve the energy efficiency of your home is by insulating your attic, but if your attic is already insulated you might be wondering “does attic insulation go bad?” You might have also heard that the insulation in your home can last decades or longer. The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors argues that most…

If you have ever dealt with a rodent infestation in your home, you know that these pests can cause extensive damage in a short period of time. Rodents pose a number of risks to your health and safety as well as to your property’s integrity and value. From disease and allergies to ruined thermal insulation and electrical fires, these seemingly harmless critters can quickly wreak havoc on your home. The attic is one of the most common areas for rodent…

Have you noticed a slight rise in your energy bill? That may be because your insulation needs replacing. There are many reasons why you might need to get the insulation in your San Diego home replaced, including leaks, mold, and rodents which are all signs you need an attic cleaning. Let’s start off by talking about why homes need insulation in the first place.   What is Insulation and Why do I Need it? Whether you just bought your house…

Attic insulation is the key to keeping your home warm and protected from the outside weather, and there are many types of insulation that each feature different benefits and drawbacks. Here at Attic Construction, we can help you find the best insulation for your attic, and give you the best insulation installation. If it appears as though your insulation is out of date or faulted for any reason, we can help you with your previous insulation removal in order to…

One of the most hotly contested debates in the world of attic insulation is the question “fiberglass or spray foam?” Whereas fiberglass has been a classic go-to staple insulated in American homes for several decades now, spray foam is the en vogue new kid in the neighborhood generating all the latest buzz. But does spray foam truly have what it takes to dethrone fiberglass as the top choice for attic insulation installation among homeowners? Answering this question requires a closer…

Fiberglass is far and away the most popular choice for attic insulation material, and there’s a whole laundry list of reasons why. Aside from it being significantly more effective in energy savings when comparing it to foam insulation, the most convincing argument for choosing fiberglass is a simple one: it’s a fantastic product that you can buy for an irresistibly inexpensive price. But just how inexpensive exactly? Like all insulation materials, fiberglass doesn’t come with a “one size fits all”…

A whopping 85% of American homeowners are lining their attics with fiberglass insulation, making the cotton candy look alike the top-selling insulator by a landslide. In which case, what’s made fiberglass such a popular household staple for the past several decades? Here’s a list of the top five benefits that homeowners who have used fiberglass for their attic insulation installation will enjoy. 1) It’s Both Moisture-Resistant and Fire-Resistant Among the many risks that come with owning a home include the…

If you have childhood memories of being in your attic and thinking the walls and roofing looked like they were covered in cotton candy, then you’re a part of the vast majority of Americans who grew up with fiberglass insulation. An attic mainstay for several decades now, fiberglass remains the go-to choice for an attic insulation installation for a whopping 85% of American homeowners. What exactly is fiberglass insulation? What forms is it available in? And why has it become…

No matter how big your house is or what material it’s made of, every house needs to have a properly insulated attic in order to keep the temperature regulated and the energy bill down.  And if you live in a region with particularly cold and snowy winters, that last sentence applies to you in bold font and all caps. But which attic insulation is best? There isn’t a “one size fits all” answer, as there are several factors that come…