I’ve heard that one big hot air leak point is the attic opening in the house. How important is it if it’s not insulated? How much warmth is lost to the attic in the winter, and how much is it costing ...

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Dear Pablo: Is it more cost effective to install an attic fan or add additional insulation? When the sun shines on your roof, the dark shingles (assuming that you have a shingled roof) collect the sun ...

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You may be among the many homeowners who ignore their attic except for the quick trip to retrieve holiday decorations once a year, but ignoring your attic comes at a price through wasted energy and ...

Insulating your attic walls is one of the best ways to get your home optimal energy efficiency. The amount of insulation you’ll need depends on several factors, including where you live, the design of ...

Because warm air rises, the attic is the best place to start, particularly for those in colder climates. But any living space adjacent to the outdoors or, say, a transitional space such as a garage ...

Wet insulation in your attic or loft is a sneaky problem that can cause more damage than you might think. Beyond the potential for mold and mildew, soggy insulation loses its fluff factor that gives ...