Building insulation of all types performs equally well if they are properly installed and sealed, according to a new study from Building Science Corp. The Thermal Metric Summary Report, released by ...

With proper installation, annual savings on heating and cooling costs can reach as high as 15 percent, making insulation a cost-effective home improvement. When it comes to what parts of the home need ...

When thinking about renovating their homes, homeowners may imagine changing wall colors, expanding room sizes or upgrading appliances and fixtures. However, unless people take inventory of the less ...

MITIGATING HEAT TRANSFER: The first place that insulation should be added to a home is the attic. If it is not insulated properly, the attic can be the biggest source of heat loss and potential roof ...

Homeowners can save an average of 15% on heating and cooling costs by air sealing their homes and adding insulation in attics, floors over crawl spaces, and accessible basement rim joists, according ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Insulation is essential in keeping your house cool in summer and warm in winter. But because of that passive nature, it’s easy to forget that it’s sitting there, keeping heat from escaping, and needs ...