Q. I want to install reflective insulation in my unfinished attic. Can I do this myself? A. Reflective insulation or radiant barriers can be installed in some attics by do-it-yourselfers. Whether it ...

Adding loose-fill insulation to an unfinished attic is a gotta-do-it project for even the unhandiest homeowner. Blow-in insulation will create a sound barrier and add insulating power to your home, ...

Q: Even though my house is adequately insulated, my air conditioner runs a lot. On sunny days, the bedroom ceiling seems hot, so heat must be coming from the hot roof. How can I reduce this afternoon ...

It is easy to insulate walls, ceilings and floors when you know a few simple tricks. Although there are several choices, we like fiberglass insulation best. It is lightweight, inexpensive, relatively ...

If you need to insulate your attic, blowing in cellulose insulation is an easy job you can do yourself by renting a blower. To install the insulation, blow the cellulose in up to the level of your ...

Dear Pablo: Is it more cost effective to install an attic fan or add additional insulation? When the sun shines on your roof, the dark shingles (assuming that you have a shingled roof) collect the sun ...

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Q - I have found on the internet a place that will sell me everything I need to spray foam insulation into my attic. I hear you talk about how spray in foam is the way to go. How hard do you think ...

That’s partly because 9 out of 10 homes in the U.S. are under-insulated, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with older residences especially likely to need the extra care. Knowing ...