Upstairs hot, downstairs cold house? See the attic leaks, insulation gaps and rim joist issues behind it, plus the right fix order.
Upstairs Hot, Downstairs Cold House? Building Causes Read Post »
Diagnose why one room is always cold: match its exterior wall, knee wall, or rim joist to the real leak before calling for HVAC repairs.
Sill plate air sealing stops cold floors and high bills. Learn how to find, seal and insulate the gap where your house meets its foundation.
Sill Plate Air Sealing: Close the Foundation Gap Read Post »
Stack effect house air leaks pull cold air in at the bottom while warm air escapes at the top. Here is why, and the order to seal it right.
Stack Effect House Air Leaks: Why Cold Air Sinks Read Post »
Home energy upgrades priority order in plain terms: what to fix first, why sealing comes before insulation, and when a failing furnace jumps the line.
Home Energy Upgrades Priority Order: Which to Do First Read Post »
What hurts people in attics: heat, a foot through the ceiling, live wiring, hot flues and old insulation. The checks before you climb and when to stop.
Attic Safety Tips for DIY: Heat, Footing, Wiring Read Post »
Most old attic insulation can stay. How to tell failed insulation from thin insulation, what removal involves, and when to stop and call a pro.
When to Replace Attic Insulation: Wet, Flat or Soiled Read Post »
Which insulation for a hot attic floor, a closed wall, a noisy room or a damp basement. How the three fibers differ, no brands, no invented figures.
Fiberglass vs Cellulose vs Mineral Wool: Pick by Problem Read Post »
Kraft facing up or down? Which side a vapor retarder goes on depends on your climate zone. What the 2021 IRC says, and when to skip one.
Vapor Barrier Insulation: Which Side, by Climate Zone Read Post »
Dense-pack and injection foam fill closed walls through small holes. What the work involves, the checks before drilling, and why it is a contractor’s job.
Insulate Existing Walls Without Removing Drywall Read Post »
What really drives attic insulation cost, when DIY holds up, and when hiring is the better spend. Factors, not made-up dollar figures.
Attic Insulation Cost: DIY vs Professional, by Factor Read Post »
What to own, rent or borrow before an attic insulation job, why each item is on the list, and the protective gear that is not optional. No brands, no prices.
