Insulating your attic is an affordable home improvement project that can add significant value to your house if you’re planning to sell it. It’s also a great way to reduce your energy costs. The right insulation keeps warm air inside on cold days and hot air out during the summer, helping your heating and cooling systems work less hard to keep your home comfortable.

There are several types of insulation, including fiberglass batts or rolls, mineral wool, cellulose and spray foam. It is important to understand how much square footage your attic has before deciding on a type of insulation. Then you can calculate how much insulation is needed.

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The easiest way to determine how much attic insulation your home currently has is to use a ruler to measure the thickness of your existing insulation in different spots in your attic. Using this information, you can determine how much more insulation is necessary to achieve the optimal R-Value for your attic.

Blown-in loose fill insulation is a flexible material that is blown into wall cavities by professionals. It can be made from a variety of materials, including fiberglass, rock and slag fibers or cellulose. Loose-fill insulation is an excellent choice for attics because it easily fills gaps and spaces.

Rigid foam insulation comes in panels or boards made from polystyrene, polyisocyanurate, or polyurethane. It’s easy to install and offers high R-Value per inch. It’s also moisture-resistant, so it’s good for areas that will be exposed to humidity. It can be a fire hazard and requires a layer of flame-resistant material for safety.

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