How to Install Insulation and Vapor Barriers in Crawlspaces
In This Article: Insulating an Unventilated Crawlspace Insulating Crawlspace Walls Insulating a Ventilated Crawlspace If you are building a new house or having a major remodel done on your existing home, it will pay off in energy savings and increased comfort to have underfloor insulation installed. During the early phases of construction, the builder should […]
How to Insulate Existing Walls – Without Removing Drywall
Step-by-step techniques that insulation pros use for blowing fiberglass or cellulose insulation into existing wall cavities Insulation in house exterior walls is one of the primary defenses against heat and energy loss. Unfortunately, however, builders didn’t insulate the walls of most homes built before the 1980s. So if your house was built before insulating walls […]
Sealing & Caulking Your Foundation
A primary place where cold air can enters the house is where siding meets the foundation. A quick remedy is to caulk the space in between. It is also a good idea to fill and seal all exterior areas where different materials meet, such as where flashing abuts concrete. A good choice for this application […]
How to Install Radiant Barrier Foil Insulation
In This Article: Foil Insulation Installation Proper Installation Tips One of the simplest and least expensive ways to lower your energy costs and cool your house in summer is to install a foil radiant barrier insulation in your attic. As discussed in the Insulation Buying Guide, radiant barrier foil insulation is made of a thin […]