How do I know if I need more attic insulation?

We recommend that you have AT LEAST A VALUE of R-38 in your attic in Michigan. That is a good place to start. Measuring the depth of your insulation and verifying if it is fiberglass or cellulose is the first step to determining if additional insulation is necessary. The more insulation the better as long as you are not compromising the ventilation of your attic.

What type of attic insulation is best for my home?

The best insulation is spray foam insulation. It has the highest R-Value. However, it is also the most expensive and is not always practical for an existing home. We recommend blown-in, fiberglass insulation. It is a solid second choice for existing homes.

What R-value do I need for my attic?

We recommend a value of at least R-38 here in Michigan.

How much can I save on energy bills with better attic insulation?

That depends on how much insulation is present in your attic and how much you’re adding. Here in Michigan--with some hot summers and cold winters--if you’re going from an under-insulated attic to a well-insulated attic, you can easily save $50-$150 per month on your heating bill.

How does attic insulation affect ventilation?

It is especially important to make sure that when you are adding insulation you do not compromise the ventilation of the attic. For example, many times, people blow in insulation and clog the soffit vents preventing the cold air intake in the attic from working correctly. If done incorrectly, this can add to a host of mold and moisture issues down the road.

Will you need to remove my existing insulation first?

In most cases, if the insulation is not compromised, we can blow in over existing insulation. If the existing insulation is wet and moldy or may be filled with critter feces, it is best to remove it.

How long does attic insulation installation take, and how much will it cost?

The duration of time and the cost depends on the size of the job. The average-size insulation job can be done in (1) day and averages between $1,500-$3,000.

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How do I know if I need more attic insulation?
We recommend that you have AT LEAST A VALUE of R-38 in your attic in Michigan. That is a good place to start. Measuring the depth of your insulation and verifying if it is fiberglass or cellulose is the first step to determining if additional insulation is necessary. The more insulation the better as long as you are not compromising the ventilation of your attic.
What type of attic insulation is best for my home?
The best insulation is spray foam insulation. It has the highest R-Value. However, it is also the most expensive and is not always practical for an existing home. We recommend blown-in, fiberglass insulation. It is a solid second choice for existing homes.
What R-value do I need for my attic?
We recommend a value of at least R-38 here in Michigan.
How much can I save on energy bills with better attic insulation?
That depends on how much insulation is present in your attic and how much you’re adding. Here in Michigan--with some hot summers and cold winters--if you’re going from an under-insulated attic to a well-insulated attic, you can easily save $50-$150 per month on your heating bill.
How does attic insulation affect ventilation?
It is especially important to make sure that when you are adding insulation you do not compromise the ventilation of the attic. For example, many times, people blow in insulation and clog the soffit vents preventing the cold air intake in the attic from working correctly. If done incorrectly, this can add to a host of mold and moisture issues down the road.
Will you need to remove my existing insulation first?
In most cases, if the insulation is not compromised, we can blow in over existing insulation. If the existing insulation is wet and moldy or may be filled with critter feces, it is best to remove it.
How long does attic insulation installation take, and how much will it cost?
The duration of time and the cost depends on the size of the job. The average-size insulation job can be done in (1) day and averages between $1,500-$3,000.