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6 areas of your home you should never insulate – and why it's a hazard that can do more harm than good
To insulate safely, use a fire-resistant sealant instead of traditional insulation for areas around flues and chimneys. A ...
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6 types of attic insulation – how to pick the right one for your home to lower energy bills, reduce risk of fire and mold, and get the placement right
It is far from glamorous, but picking the right attic insulation for your home is crucial for keeping your home warm in winter and cool in summer. With so many types of attic insulation to choose ...
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Reduce AC Leaks With 3 Quick and Easy Tricks
Last but not least, you'll want to insulate your attic space. As previously mentioned, if you insulate your attic before air sealing the attic floor, it's not going to do much for you.
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How to Improve Attic Ventilation: What Homeowners Should Know
That’s when other attic ventilation options come into play. Rafter vents, or insulation baffles, are installed in each rafter space to create narrow gaps that direct fresh air from the soffit ...
What Is Insulation R-Value? Get the Facts Before You Insulate
Without the right insulation R-values, hot and cold air alike can flow right through a home’s flooring, walls, ceilings, and ...
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Many school buildings lacking any insulation as heat worsens
About 30 people, mainly students, participated in a two-day workshop in February to improve the insulation of a lecture room on the third floor. The attic floor was lined with glass-wool ...
Importance of ‘winterizing’ your home for cold temperatures
Temperatures are starting to cool down so it's a good time to make sure your home is ready for the cold temperatures.