Insulate your home when: You have an older home and haven’t added insulation. Only 20% of homes built before 1980 are well insulated. You are uncomfortably cold in the winter or hot in the summer—adding insulation creates a more uniform temperature and increases comfort. You build a new home, addition, or install new siding or [...]
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Insulation and Sealing Air Leaks
Checking your home’s insulation is one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to use a whole-house approach to reduce energy waste and make the most of your energy dollars. A good insulating system includes a combination of products and construction techniques that protect a home from outside hot or cold temperatures, protect it against [...]