\nFlat grey pieces or fibers<\/td>\n | Cellulose insulation<\/td>\n | 3.8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font_size=”36px” text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_last_edited=”off|desktop” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n *Other types of insulation include spray foam insulation, which is often applied to the ceiling of your attic. It can be difficult for homeowners to tell how much of this insulation is present, however, Dragon Vapor Barriers offer free attic assessments.<\/p>\n Once you know your attic\u2019s existing R-Value you\u2019ll be able to determine how much additional insulation you\u2019ll need by subtracting your existing R-Value from your desired R-Value and then dividing by the R-Value rating of the insulation you\u2019ll be adding.<\/p>\n Number of inches of new insulation required = ( [Desired R-Value] – [Existing R-Value] ) \/ [R-Value of New Insulation per Inch] So, if you have 5\u201d of depth of fiberglass batt insulation then your current insulation has an R-Value of 16 (5 x 3.2=16). If your target R-Value is R-35, then you\u2019ll need to add another R-19 of insulation, or ~6\u201d of fiberglass batting (19 \/ 3.2=5.94).<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”95%” width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”10px||10px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” width__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/dragoninsulation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/learn-what-r-value-is-and-what-it-means-for-home-insulation.jpg” alt=”Learn what R-value is and what it means for your home insulation” title_text=”learn-what-r-value-is-and-what-it-means-for-home-insulation” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_height=”500px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”22px” header_2_font_size=”36px” text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n What is R-Value?<\/h2>\nR-Value measures the heat flow through a building material. Put simply, a higher R-Value provides greater insulation. When insulating your house, keep in mind that your insulation R-Value is only part of the story; air leaks can reduce your home\u2019s energy efficiency.<\/p>\n Different climates have different recommended levels of insulation. Columbia, SC is situated in Zone 3 and the recommendation is between R-30 and R-60. You can save money from your AC and heating bills by insulating to the higher end of this spectrum – but a higher level of insulation will come at a greater initial cost.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”95%” width_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”10px||10px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”22px” header_2_font_size=”36px” text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Conclusion<\/h2>\nInsulating your attic is almost guaranteed to help with energy savings and reduce your utility bills. In some cases it can be easy to tell if you need more insulation, but oftentimes determining how much more you need is a bit of a chore. If you\u2019re in the Columbia SC area and aren\u2019t sure how much insulation you need, Dragon Vapor Barriers offers free attic inspections. Schedule your own inspection now to start saving money off your utility bills ASAP!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_post_nav _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_post_nav][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" How much insulation do I need in my attic? One of the easiest ways to cut your energy bills is to make sure your house is properly insulated. 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