What Are The Various Types Of Attic Insulation?

Exploring the Insulation Options for Your Attic for Optimal Energy Efficiency and Comfort

The insulation installed in your attic helps to keep the interiors comfortable, cozy and it also assists to keep sound at bay.  These are some of the reasons why you must have insulation installed but that will not last a lifespan. There is always damage possible to the insulation installed in the attic. If there is a leak in the roof, the efficiency of insulation takes a hit. There could be pest menace in the attic and they tend to eat away the insulation. Your home may be drafty and suddenly one may have to deal with escalating energy bills. These are scenarios that indicate the insulation installed in the attic must be replaced and one will perhaps desire to know the options available today.

We are Attic Wizard and have immense experience installing insulation in the attic spaces of homes. You will require help on the core insulation installation part and we are ready to look into it. However, your immediate query is on the various types of attic insulation and we are ready to share with you the detail. However, before that, we must brief you on R-Value. The key will be to install insulation in the attic with the correct R-Value of your geographical location. This value is described the insulation materials’ resistance to conductive heat flow. The greater the R-Value of the material is the higher is its insulation effectiveness. Hence, you must keep this in mind while selecting an insulation variety for the attic space. Here are the insulation types that you can order for in the attic space and we will look into the installation.

Fiberglass

Most homes widely install this insulation in the attic space. Loose batts and rolls are available, and the installation process is quick. Some of these batts come faced or even un-faced. The term faced means that the batts are lined up on a paper layer and the work should be easy for the person doing the installation. Does your attic space have standard space joists, beams, and minimal obstructions? If so, this is the perfect insulation material to install in the space. The un-faced variety is the other option and this version leaves the fiberglass exposed on both sides. However, there is the fear of this insulation material loosening up over a while. They can also be chewed up by pests, rodents and that is when one will find the need to replace the insulation.

Loose-fill insulation

This is an insulation variety, which is getting popular for attic spaces lately. We are receiving plenty of installation orders because it is a more eco-friendly option than fiberglass. Manufacturers make this form of insulation from loose-filled paper and scraps. Do you live in an older home? These residences have flatter roofs and the attic could have multiple obstructions in the form of pipes, vents, cross beams. This is the best insulation variety to install here. This form of insulation can be spread both manually and modern technology also allow us to blow loose-fill particles into this place. This form of insulation is effective because it easily fills up the gaps. However, you must be careful because it is very sensitive to moisture.

Spray foam insulation

This is another variety, which you can opt for and we will do the installation at your place. This insulation has got the best R-value and hence it is the most effective. This is the most energy-efficient material for insulating the attic space. It can seal gaps in spaces, which are hard to reach. If you order for installation, we will do the necessary formalities at your attic space.

Rock wool

The rock wool batts are the best option if you are looking for eco-friendly insulation material for the attic space. The key ingredient composition is mineral wool and other recycled products. You can cut this form of insulation material to size accordingly. This is an insulation material, which is moisture and heat resistant. This is another reason why it is popular amongst homeowners.

Conclusion

Here we have described the four varieties of insulation installations possible in the attic space. You can select the best option for your attic space and order for installation. If you insist we are ready to look into the work regarding the installation of insulation in your attic space.