Storm Season and Attic Insulation

Your roof shields more than walls and belongings. It safeguards routines, memories, and every quiet moment inside your home. A little vigilance in advance of storm season can spare you the headache of sudden disasters that threaten the integrity of your house and the safety of your family. A few small clues—edges curling skyward, sunlight peeking into attics, grit piling in gutters—can alert you to problems that may develop into full-blown hurricane season emergencies.

A thorough inspection of your attic Insulation Contractor is the first step. The best time to do this is summer, when temperatures are stable. This makes it easier for insulation professionals to seal air leaks without compromising the performance of the new insulation.

Storm Season and Attic Insulation: Safeguarding Your Home Against Weather Extremes

The most common methods for insulating accessible attics include placing batt or blanket insulation between the ceiling joists and covering them with a layer of polyethylene to prevent heat loss through the ceiling (Figure 5-9). If your attic is obstructed with chimneys or plumbing stacks, consider using rigid board insulation cut to fit between the joists and over the joists, then sealed to the attic wall top plate. Loose-fill insulation can also be used in obstructed attics, but it may need to be dense packed.

Building codes for most climate zones recommend insulation with an R-value of between R-49 and R-60. Proper attic insulation minimizes energy waste and ensures that your home is evenly heated in the winter and cooled in the summer. This can lower cooling costs and save you money by reducing the burden on your heating and cooling systems.

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