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How much insulation do I need in my attic?<\/h1>\n

One of the easiest ways to cut your energy bills is to make sure your house is properly insulated. Your attic is possibly the easiest area of your house to add insulation to and, unless you live in a newly constructed house, is almost guaranteed to need more than it currently has! This sort of home improvement project can be quite the chore if you choose to go DIY, to get the best results you should let a professional like Dragon Vapor Barriers<\/a> help install your new home insulation.<\/p>\n

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How do I know if I’ve enough insulation in my attic to begin with?<\/h2>\n

Checking to see if your attic has enough insulation is usually as simple as taking a peek into your attic! If you can see the ceiling\u2019s floor joists then that is a clear sign that you will see benefits from adding more insulation to your attic.<\/p>\n

If you can\u2019t see your joists you should take a ruler and check the depth of your insulation. The exact depth you\u2019re looking for will vary depending on what sort of insulation material you\u2019ve got. Don\u2019t be surprised if you find that your attic is underinsulated – a study conducted in 2016 determined that 90%<\/strong> of homes in the United States don\u2019t have the recommended amount of insulation.<\/a><\/p>\n

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How do I Calculate how much attic insulation I need?<\/h2>\n

To determine how much insulation your attic needs, you\u2019ll need to know just three things:<\/p>\n