Before adding new fiberglass or cellulose insulation to your attic, it’s important to clear everything out. This doesn’t just make your attic easier to walk around in but also allows the new insulation to perform as well as possible. Heat transfer happens in 3 ways (conduction/convection/radiation), and if you leave holes open to the living spaces below your attic, then you can’t expect good performance, no matter how much insulation you have.

The first thing to do is clear out all storage items and boxes, especially those that are heavier than 10 pounds or so. This makes it easy for your contractor to get around as they work. It’s also a great opportunity to hunt down and seal any gaps in the drywall or wood framing that allow air to leak from conditioned space into unconditioned space.

Prepare Attic Before Insulating: Essential Steps for Success

Insulate It Solutions has existing fiberglass batts; you need to check their R-value. If they are less than the recommended amount, it is a good idea to install additional fiberglass or cellulose insulation to bring them up to code.

If your attic is ready for blown-in insulation, get your PPE on (personal protective equipment). Read the bag instructions and calculate how much fill you will need. Then, rent a blower and start installing the insulation. Be sure to distribute the insulation evenly, and always point the hose away from you as you do so (it will blow back at you). Also, be sure not to blow insulation directly over any light fixtures in the attic. This can create a fire hazard and reduce the effectiveness of the fixture’s flame retardant rating. Instead, you can build a box around the fixture and keep it 6 inches away from the attic floor with a material like plywood or metal flashings.

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