Your attic’s insulation plays a big role in maintaining energy efficiency, reducing utility bills, and keeping your home at a comfortable temperature year-round; however, older insulation materials, ...

On average, you will spend about $2,100 to fully insulate an attic that does not have existing insulation. The cost of the ...

Styrofoam is not eco-friendly stuff. It's made from petroleum, it can't be efficiently recycled, it's non-biodegradable, and it creates pollution when burned. A new plant-based foam reportedly has ...

Today’s homeowners are demanding superior, environmentally friendly products that translate into energy savings for their new or existing homes. When it comes to an environmentally responsible, green ...

Because warm air rises, the attic is the best place to start, particularly for those in colder climates. But any living space adjacent to the outdoors or, say, a transitional space such as a garage ...

Then, take a look at how much insulation you have. Most experts recommend at least 12 to 14 inches in the attic. If you see ...

It’s the middle of the holiday season here in the U.S., that magical time between Thanksgiving and Christmas when stores are packed with bodies and porches are piled with packages. All those packages ...

You've probably heard a ton of advice about home insulation over the years. Some of it's legit, some of it's questionable.

Insulation isn't one of the most glamorous aspects of your home. And hidden away behind your walls, it's easy for the average person to forget that it plays a pivotal role in the function of your home ...

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LOS ANGELES (CN) - U.S. Greenfiber, Pulte Home Corp. and Quality Interiors endanger public health by making and installing "wet blown cellulose insulation," known as Cocoon insulation, which promotes ...

FAIRBANKS - Building envelopes have a hard job in Interior Alaska—keeping us warm, dry and healthy at 40-below. CCHRC studies a variety of building designs and products to see how they perform in this ...