In order to insulate such an attic, you’ll first have to determine the total R-value that you need. You can then measure the thickness of the insulation already there and try to evaluate its R-value, and after estimating how much insulation you’re missing for the desired thermal resistan...
The inspector told me I need more insulation in my attic. Not surprised, this house has always been cold. But, he did say I have to be very careful as the existing insulation, which is clearly not enough, is some stuff called vermaculite. I guess this stuff has asbestos in it. I ...
With information, some planning and insulation it is possible to make any shed more comfortable. It’s all open stud construction; all you need to do is to add insulation in the walls and the ceiling. The floor might be more difficult, but even it can be insulated. I started looking at...
Check over your home for signs that your pipes have burst. You’ll need to use most of your senses, as leaks may be occurring out of sight. Be extra vigilant in laundry rooms, kitchens, bathrooms (as well as rooms nearby), and unheated spaces like garages, basements, attics, and cra...
Not sure which one to pick for attic wall and sloped ceiling? Check out the overview below. Motorized ceiling TV mount My go-to recommendation for slanted ceilings and walls, these flip-down models can be tilted from afar with a remote or phone app. In other words, you won’t have to...
Removing new-construction recessed lights can be quite a task, especially when there is no access to the attic. You might need to disturb the ceiling drywall, which requires heavy-duty tools. Typically, the new construction-type cans are held by brackets in place. ...
They can also lead to gutter and shingle damage. They are more common in colder climates and can be prevented by proper insulation and ventilation of the attic. I had leakage through my skylights due to damming along a higher roof location gutter ridge. Luckily, the buildup was insignificant...
There’s a lot to be said for great windows, especially in an attic where natural light can be a premium. Most of the time vertical windows are the easiest to put into place. Source: Pinterest Slick window shutters flush against the wall, will save your attic bedroom space, while drapes...
Once you’ve been told it’s okay to return to your home, start by assessing your surroundings. Take pictures of any ash, soot or visible damage. Look for any open windows, and check the attic for ash and soot that could beco...
Cigarette smoke can cause staining via the same principle as ghosting. The soot attaches to cold spots on the ceiling. In this case, it was due to areas of missing insulation in the attic. Cleaning soot from ghosting is extremely hard. Typically your only recourse is to repaint....