Crawl space and attic insulation are essential when weatherizing your home. Without proper insulation air leakage will occur. This will make your heating and air work harder, less effectively. I will explain the best way to insulate both your attic and crawl space.
Attic insulation is often accomplished with fiberglass. When using this type of insulation make sure the backing is facing toward you. You should secure insulation against studs, the staples spaced 6" apart. Special cut insulation is needed for uneven areas, pipes and wiring. This will ensure an air tight seal. Unfaced material is needed around heat sources. You should allow a 3" gap around light fixtures.
Once insulation attic insulation is complete, it's suggested to add an air tight moisture barrier, for better moisture control. Once insulation is complete a good vent is needed. This will prevent roof damage.
Next insulate and secure the area. Some prefer fiberglass, others batt and blanket for crawl space insulation. Place insulation over the entire area, filling gaps. Use batts with a vapor barrier to cut and fit insulation around plumbing and electrical. Use foam or foam and fiberglass for band joints and air ducts. Use polyurethane foam for rim joist. Foam sheet or fiber glass should be used on foundation walls. Use insulation hangers 12-18" apart to hold in place. Facing should face up unless you live in an area with mild winters and hot summers.
If you have a vented crawl space make sure appliances in it has a powered combustion system then close the vents, to prevent moisture buildup. When insulation be sure to tape the seams before you fasten them and either house wrap, vapor barrier afterwards.
The final step in crawl space insulation is to protect your home against moisture and bugs. The crawl space dirt floor should be covered in polyethylene and then facings on top. The facing seams should be taped to ensure a better seal. Finally apply a shield against termites between band joints and the masonry foundation. It is wise to leave a 3" for termite inspection.
Vented crawl space insulation precautions; appliances in the crawl space should have a powered combustion system so vents can close. Once insulation is up the house needs vapor wrapped.
Attic insulation is necessary to prevent heat from escaping or invading your home. Crawl space insulation stops cold air leakage and moisture retention. You have read the usefulness of both when it comes to lowering utility bills and improving your homes value. You now have the knowledge to insulate your home properly. This will ensure lower heating bills. - 29958
Attic insulation is often accomplished with fiberglass. When using this type of insulation make sure the backing is facing toward you. You should secure insulation against studs, the staples spaced 6" apart. Special cut insulation is needed for uneven areas, pipes and wiring. This will ensure an air tight seal. Unfaced material is needed around heat sources. You should allow a 3" gap around light fixtures.
Once insulation attic insulation is complete, it's suggested to add an air tight moisture barrier, for better moisture control. Once insulation is complete a good vent is needed. This will prevent roof damage.
Next insulate and secure the area. Some prefer fiberglass, others batt and blanket for crawl space insulation. Place insulation over the entire area, filling gaps. Use batts with a vapor barrier to cut and fit insulation around plumbing and electrical. Use foam or foam and fiberglass for band joints and air ducts. Use polyurethane foam for rim joist. Foam sheet or fiber glass should be used on foundation walls. Use insulation hangers 12-18" apart to hold in place. Facing should face up unless you live in an area with mild winters and hot summers.
If you have a vented crawl space make sure appliances in it has a powered combustion system then close the vents, to prevent moisture buildup. When insulation be sure to tape the seams before you fasten them and either house wrap, vapor barrier afterwards.
The final step in crawl space insulation is to protect your home against moisture and bugs. The crawl space dirt floor should be covered in polyethylene and then facings on top. The facing seams should be taped to ensure a better seal. Finally apply a shield against termites between band joints and the masonry foundation. It is wise to leave a 3" for termite inspection.
Vented crawl space insulation precautions; appliances in the crawl space should have a powered combustion system so vents can close. Once insulation is up the house needs vapor wrapped.
Attic insulation is necessary to prevent heat from escaping or invading your home. Crawl space insulation stops cold air leakage and moisture retention. You have read the usefulness of both when it comes to lowering utility bills and improving your homes value. You now have the knowledge to insulate your home properly. This will ensure lower heating bills. - 29958
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