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 ...

Older homes with solid external walls tend to leak warmth straight through masonry. Internal wall insulation provides a solution.

With so many types of attic insulation to choose from, however, it can be hard to know what to ask for when working with a contractor to improve your home. Picking the right one for your space can ...

If you're sick of drafts and high heating bills, it might be time to help your home "bundle up" by learning how to insulate an attic.

After reviewing several types of attic insulation, including the most sought-after products, our top pick is the Owens Corning R-38 Faced Fiberglass Insulation. Made of stiff fiberglass batts ...

Ross insulates an attic; Richard talks irrigation repairs; Mark paves a parking spot. Ross Trethewey helps a homeowner dealing with ice dams decide whether to insulate from his attic roof rafters ...

Ceiling insulation is designed to reduce the transfer of heat through the ceiling. Heat naturally flows from warm to cool areas, particularly through ceilings. During the winter months, the heat ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Proper attic insulation is the best way to prevent heat loss in the winter and ...

A: The a/c ducts are sweating because they are in the attic; water vapor condenses on the cool, uninsulated ducts. Insulate them with duct insulation, 1- or 2-inch fiberglass with a vinyl backing.

Wet insulation in your attic or loft is a sneaky problem that can cause more damage than you might think. Beyond the potential for mold and mildew, soggy insulation loses its fluff factor that ...