Insulation

Keep your home energy efficient and your money in your pocket with these home insulation tips and repairs.

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What Does Asbestos Insulation Look Like?

If you live in a pre-1980s home or you're buying one to renovate, the insulation may contain asbestos. Here's what to look for.

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Learn the Basics of Home Insulation

You can save energy and reduce your carbon footprint by insulating your home. Get started with tips from an expert...


How Much Does an Insulated Garage Door Cost?

Discover how the right R-value and insulation material boosts efficiency and curb appeal.


What’s the Best Cathedral Ceiling Insulation Option?

Cathedral ceiling insulation is vital to keep moisture from sneaking in. But have you ever wondered what the best option...


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Should You Invest In Sheep Wool Insulation?

If you have an insulation project, and you're dreading the itch of fiberglass, sheep wool may be for you. It's...

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What Is Mineral Wool Insulation?

An old product with big advantages makes a comeback.


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5 Types of Sustainable Home Insulation

Besides protecting the environment, these sustainable home insulation options will improve the energy efficiency of your home.

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7 Best Attic Door Insulation Covers

You insulate the attic to keep the house warm. But if you don't insulate the door, you'll still be cold....


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How Much Does It Cost To Insulate an Attic?

It varies with the size of the attic, the material you use and several other factors. Here's a breakdown to...


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The Best Types of Attic Insulation

Choose from these types of attic insulation to keep your house warm and your attic dry and mold-free. You'll also...


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The Eleven Percent: Meet Renee Wilson, Insulation Contractor/Owner

A lifetime insulation enthusiast talks about today's trade challenges, including making an industry hidden behind walls sexy to the next...

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Does This DIY Swamp Cooler TikTok Hack Work?

Summer temps are heating up. We tested this TikTok swamp cooler hack that claims to cool you down. Did it...


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Foam Insulation Alternatives to Consider

Can't find foam spray insulation or rigid foam sheets for your DIY home improvement project? They're in short supply. Here's...


How to Choose the Right Skylight Shades for Your Home

Skylight shades cover your skylights in stylish and functional ways. Here's everything you need to know.


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How to Insulate a Garage Door

If you have an attached garage with an uninsulated garage door, it's costing you money in both winter and summer....


Pros and Cons of the Most Commonly Used Types of Residential Insulation

There are a wide variety of insulation types used in the construction industry. Learn the pros and cons of each...

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Cellulose vs. Foam Insulation: What Are The Differences?

Cellulose and spray foam are popular residential insulation materials, so which one is right for you? Here's how they stack...


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Types of Attic Insulation: Pros and Cons

What’s the best attic insulation? That depends on your definition of “best”. An expert home inspector goes through which



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34 Silent Signs That Your House is Failing

Your house can't talk, but it can give you hints of failure, if you pay attention. Learn what your house...


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14 Weekend Projects that Add to Home Value

Not every project has to be big (or extremely expensive) to add value to your home. These done-in-a-weekend projects, for...


Here’s Why You Should Use Spray Foam over Fiberglass

Trying to choose an insulation method? After comparing the two, spray foam is clearly the better option. Here’s why you...


Spray Foam Insulation 

There is no better performing insulation than closed cell spray foam. Find out why.


Here’s Why Spray Foam Can Regulate Your House Temperature

If you’re looking to keep the house at a comfortable temperature, it may be time to consider spray foam insulation....


The Difference Between Open-Cell and Closed-Cell Spray Foam

Not sure which spray foam is the right fit? This should help!

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Why Choose Mineral Wool Insulation?

Mineral wool has some real advantages over the alternatives. If you have an insulation job coming up, we strongly recommend...


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Everything to Know About DIY Spray Foam Insulation Kits

We dug up some great installation tips to help you spray safely and get the most bang for your precious...


This Spray Foam Will Fix Any of Your Concrete Problems

Renovations for concrete can cost what feels like a mini fortune. But this foam material can fix those concrete problems...


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6 Home Problems Inspectors Hate to See and How to Fix Them

Reuben Saltzman, president of Structure Tech in Minnesota, identifies potential home problems and what to do about them.


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Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets

Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.


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How to Soundproof a Room

Cut down on the noise coming into or going out of your living area with these proven sound-dampening materials and...