Q: My girlfriend is convinced that we would save on heating expenses if we insulated between the roof rafters. My contention is that only the attic floor needs to be insulated because we only use the ...

Proper attic insulation is a game-changer for regulating home temperature and reducing energy bills. When soffit venting isn't part of the equation, insulation requires strategic adjustments to ...

My girlfriend is convinced that we would save on heating expenses if we insulated between the roof rafters. My contention is that only the attic floor needs to be insulated because we only use the ...

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Adding insulation to the rafters and gable walls will hinder the transfer of heat between the living quarters of your home and the attic. In the winter, heat rises and passes into the attic through ...

The first problem is the challenge of adding effective insulation within a structure that probably wasn’t designed for it. And second, you’ll likely want to insulate in a way that doesn’t cover up the ...

Having an open ceiling to reveal rafters makes for a dramatic effect, but the ugly insulation batts ruin the look. An alternative to drywall that looks great in a workshop is to cover the insulation ...

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