Radiant barriers are used in homes, mostly in attics, to diminish the heat gain of the house during the summer and lower the air conditioning bills. These barriers are made of shiny, reflective material, and they operate by reflecting back the radiant heat from outside the house. The sun heats up …
Is Your Home Properly Insulated?
Properly insulating your home has many benefits. Most notably, a well insulated home will be able to regulate its temperature in a consistent and efficient manner, taking stress off of the heating and cooling system, which both lowers the utility bills and improves the quality of life of the …
What are Attic Baffles?
Attic baffles are an often overlooked, yet vital component to any attic insulation. The main function of baffles is to supply a channel in which air can flow from the vents into your attic. This may seem counterintuitive – for after spending time and energy in insulating the attic, why would you …
