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Attic Insulation: More Information

October, 2016

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Below are some additional resources we found helpful when writing this article:

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• ENERGY STAR has guides for homeowners, including on air sealing your attic, insulating your attic, and recommended insulation levels, depending on your climate zone.

• The U.S. Department of Energy has a guide on installing additional insulation in your home.

• This Old House Magazine has some tips for insulating your attic.

• If you have knob-and-tube wiring in your attic, here is some guidance for you.

Blown-in insulation can fill spaces better than batt insulation, but requires special equipment; this equipment can sometime be rented at home improvement stores. Photo Credit: Weatherization Assistance Project.