Attic Insulation Options
Adding attic insulation is one of the best energy upgrades that you can make for your home. It helps to keep conditioned air inside the house, and it can reduce cooling costs by as much as 30%. Attic insulation, combined with attic air sealing, can also help to prevent the formation of dangerous ice dams.
Attic insulation you have an attic hatch or access door, or if the attic is open to the rest of the house, you can easily add fiberglass batts or rolls to the existing insulation. The material is fairly inexpensive, and the installation process is relatively simple.
Spray Foam vs. Fiberglass: Which Attic Insulation Is Best?
Blown-in attic insulation is another common and effective option. It is typically made of fiberglass, cellulose, or mineral wool. Special equipment blows the material into attic spaces, filling all the little nooks and crannies. The insulation is designed to resist heat flow and to fill the space completely, which maximizes its R-value.
Fiberglass and cellulose are two of the most common insulation materials for attics, both of which offer excellent R-values per inch of thickness. However, cellulose has a higher risk of moisture damage and lower maximum R-values than fiberglass. It’s also a favorite snack of raccoons!
Spray foam attic insulation is an excellent option for those wanting a complete, sealed, and airtight home. It is sprayed onto attic surfaces and into spaces between joists, rafters, and beams. It seals air leaks and gaps, and it can be used in hard-to-reach areas, around recessed lights, and in other locations where conventional insulation cannot go. It is also available in open- or closed-cell varieties, with the latter offering better moisture resistance and fire safety.
Coastline Insulation
2007 N 11th Ave Pensacola FL 32503
(850)-565-1027