The Most Effective Kind of Attic Insulation

Blown-In Insulation

• Blown-in insulation provides most attics with the best insulation. Insulation blown into an attic gets into all the nooks and crannies where it is more difficult to insulate properly with traditional insulation products. Blown-in insulation is typically the best option for any attic with hard-to-reach-areas.

Cellulose

• There are several types of blown-in insulation, but cellulose is one of the most effective options. In addition to its high R-value availability and other benefits, cellulose is also fire-retardant. Though it is made from organic paper products, cellulose is extensively treated with fire-retardant chemicals.

R-Value

• R-value determines the best insulation for your attic. All insulation products have an R-value; the higher the number, the better the insulation. In colder states, an R-value of 60 will be the best insulation for your attic.

Installation

• Proper installation is actually more important than the type of insulation you choose. With blown-in insulation, this means making sure the material isn't blown into vents or ducts where it doesn't belong, that leaks are sealed properly before the insulation is put into place and that moisture control is taken into account.