Most of us rarely go up there and we don’t think about it much. More than likely you only think of it as extra space to put our old junk. But if you could find another place to put those future garage ...

Adding insulation to attic floors is essential to keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. If installing insulation in this hard-to-reach space seems like a costly job or not worth ...

The typical cost of attic insulation is between $1,500 and $3,500, with a national average of $2,500. Cost factors for attic insulation installation include attic size, insulation type, insulation ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Proper attic insulation is the best way to prevent heat loss in the winter and retain ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I think I'm finally ready to do something about adding to my attic insulation. How do I begin and how much do I need? — J.P., ...

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — The heat this summer may have you looking for ways to decrease the temperature in your house, along with your utility bill. 5 On Your Side crawled up into the attic to help you ...

Sometimes the government comes up with a great idea! No I’m serious. There is a tax credit available if you add insulation to your attic. If you add insulation to the attic of your home you know that ...

(If the existing insulation is faced—meaning it has a moisture barrier attached to it—you don’t want the layer you add to be faced, too.) Aim for at least 13 to 14 inches of attic insulation if you ...

Q: Recently, we had a new standing-seam metal roof installed on our home. The installation included removal of three layers of asphalt shingles from the 1⁄4-inch-thick sheathing. Immediately, we ...

Old attic insulation may hide mold, pests, or moisture damage. Learn how to identify problems before they become costly.