Insulating an attic properly will not only help save energy costs in the winter, but will also keep your home more comfortable year-round. This will reduce the amount of work your air conditioning system has to do, helping prolong its lifespan as well.

Patriot Foam & Coatings well-insulated attic will help prevent gradual damage to the house due to heat and moisture by slowing down the buildup of heat in the attic, which can cause shingles on your roof to swell and crack or plywood on your attic deck to soften. It will also help prevent ice dams from forming when melting snow refreezes on your roof’s edge. It will also help prevent the water vapor that seeps in through attic vents from causing mold and mildew, as it will remain in the attic.

‘Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Attic Insulation

The Department of Energy recommends a minimum R-value of 30 for attics. While this is a good minimum, you can achieve even better performance by increasing the thickness of the insulation or adding more attic insulation.

R-value is a measurement of the ability of insulation to resist movement of heat, or its thermal resistance. The higher the R-value, the more effective the insulation is.

There are several types of attic insulation available, including fiberglass, blanket, cellulose, and spray foam. Spray foam insulation is the most effective at preventing air leakage, but it is also the most expensive and requires professional installation. The type of attic insulation that is best for you will depend on your needs and budget, as well as the size and shape of your attic.

Patriot Foam & Coatings
Bunker, MO
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