Insulation: Where You Need It Most

 Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

Between the snow and freezing temperatures we get in winter, it’s bound to get cold in your home. That being said, let’s discuss how you can optimize your home’s energy efficiency. The best way to ensure your home remains comfortable all season long is to insulate.

While there are several options when it comes to insulating your home, below are the areas you probably need it most:

Exterior Wall - Blown-in insulation is one of the best, most affordable options. This kind of insulation provides a continuous layer of warmth that can make a huge difference in your energy bills.

Cathedral Ceiling - If you have cathedral ceilings at home, insulating them can enable ceiling temperatures to stay close to room temperatures, allowing the warm air in your home to distribute evenly.

Basement - Properly insulating your basement can not only save you money, but also create a more dry and safe living space. Whether your basement is finished or not, insulating it can reduce heat loss in the foundation of your home and shield against damp air.

Attic - Your roof is another area that’s worth insulating. Why? Because it can help you save on heating costs and better your home’s overall comfort. But before you do, make sure you address any air seals and leaks you may have. 

Do you have questions about how insulating your attic can affect your roof? If so, contact Phil's Main Roofing today! We are fully licensed and insured in Connecticut and Westchester County, New York, and would be happy to help you with all of your roofing needs. For more information about our services, please give us a call at (203) 838-4545 today.

Should I Insulate My Attic?

Phil's Main Roofing 

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

Although Spring is in sight - at least in terms of the calendar - we still seem to be wrapped up in a vicious cycle of winter winter. Between the snow and the ice and its recurring nature, at this point it seems like it may never stop! That being said, we'd like to take today to cover a topic that often makes its way into the minds of homeowners - insulation.

Should you insulate your attic? The answer is yes. And not even just because it can help you save on heating and cooling costs or make your home more energy efficiency - proper insulation helps you maintain your home's overall comfort! And during winters like this, we know just how valuable a comfortable home really is. However, if your attic is unfinished and a lack of insulation is evident, there are a few things you should consider about your roof before you start the job -

1. Do you need any internal roof repairs?
2. Do you have the materials needed to keep air flowing between your roof and the insulation you plan to install?

After all of your hard work, we bet the last thing you would want is for your roof to come crumbling down due to a moisture problem, which is why it is so important to install baffles between your roof rafters; this will help keep air flowing despite the fact that insulation has been added. Furthermore, since you won't want to have to tear down your insulation if you notice roof damage mid way through the job, we recommend checking things out before you get started.

Still have questions about how insulating your attic could impact your roof? If you have any questions or concerns about your roof, contact Phil's Main Roofing today! We are fully licensed and insured in Connecticut and Westchester County, New York, and would be happy to help you with all of your roofing needs. For more information about our services, please give us a call at (203) 838-4545 today.