Since summer is here with a full force, many of us dread of paying a higher cooling bill. So how can you avoid that? High electricity bills could be avoided if the attic is properly insulated. Now is a good time to check insulation in the attic of your home.It is not just for the summer months but proper insulation will help during the winter months in keeping your house warm.
If there is not adequate insulation, the air conditioning will have to run more than than it normally would.The heat stays there after the sun has gone down and walls will continue to radiate heat. Insulation comes in the blanket rolls and the loose type. Blanket style insulation is a good choice if you want to do-it-yourself and is easy to unroll and lay on the attic floor.
Many home improvement stores offer free us of insulation blower with the purchase of loose insulation.It may not be the best choice as it is difficult to contain on the attic floor.It has to be applied at a greater depth than the blanket insulation.
The thickness of the insulation should be at least six inches, if the attic has not been insulated before. But if there is thin insulation than the thickness should be about four inches. Blanket insulation typically comes in the rolls which are 24 inches wide. The R rating determines how fast the heat will travel through the insulation. The higher the R rating, the better the insulation.Since various places have different climate environments, contact your local building inspector to find the recommendations for insulation in your location.Blanket insulation may cost more but will eventually pay for itself making your house more comfortable.
Remember to protect your skin, eyes and face by wearing, face masks, goggles, gloves as blanket fiber glass insulation can cause irritation.Avoid getting fiber glass in the eyes and airways. Always wear rubber gloves to keep your skin from getting irritated. Follow the instructions for the type of insulation which you choose.You could do it yourself or hire a professional to add insulation in the attic.