Attic Insulation Mistakes to Avoid

Adding insulation to your home can save you a significant amount of money; however, if the project isn't done correctly, you may end up wasting a whole lot of time. Understanding the installation process and what to avoid, you'll be one step ahead when you begin your project.

Prepare for your project by making sure you have the correct tools for the job. Make sure that you have a ladder of the correct height, sufficient lighting, and a clear workplace. Don't rely on your extraordinary balance skills, lay boards across joists so you can have a stable, safe place to work.

Choose the correct type of attic insulation Denver requires for your project. There are several forms of insulation you can choose from and picking the correct form is vital to the efficiency of your project. Depending on the design and use of your attic space, loose fill may or may not be the best option. Don't choose loose fill insulation if you have a attic fan. Without proper containment the insulation will spread unevenly and will loose its effectiveness.

Measure once and then measure again. Even Denver insulation companies don't estimate when they look at a workspace. Guessing how much insulation you need to complete a project is a common shortcut that will often leave you with a lack of material costing you time and money. Use a tape measure to get the correct dimensions of your attic and purchase the correct amount of insulation.

Read the instructions! Incorrectly installing insulation happens most often because the homeowner ignored the instructions on their material. Batt insulation often has a moisture barrier on one side of the material and situating this material upside down will compromise the efficiency of your insulation and can cause premature deterioration of the material. The direction of the moisture barrier depends on the climate of your region.

Avoiding these four common mistakes will help you complete your insulation project in a timely and effective manner. Prepare for the project by making sure you have the right tools, choose the right insulation material, measure the space twice for accuracy and read the instructions that come with your material. Doing the project the right way the first time will save you from having to do it again.