Spray foam insulation is the foundation of a home’s energy efficiency. When an attic is poorly insulated, the home can lose up to 20% of its heating and cooling costs. This is a costly and unnecessary expense.
The most important thing a homeowner can do to keep their attic properly insulated is to have it inspected on a regular basis. Attic issues often go unnoticed, especially since people rarely spend time in the attic on a daily basis. This makes a yearly attic inspection vital to maintaining your home’s value and energy efficiency.
Attic Insulation in Home Inspections: What Inspectors Look For and Why It Matters
In addition to assessing the overall attic insulation level, your home inspector will look for any signs of mold, water stains or pest infestation. He or she will also check the thickness of the attic insulation, determining whether it is adequate for your climate zone. If the insulation is thin, your inspector can recommend a quick and inexpensive way to increase it.
An attic inspection will also check the condition of the attic vents to make sure they are not blocked by insulation or impede air flow. Your inspector can also determine if the attic ventilation system is sufficient to prevent moisture problems and ice dams.
Before loose-fill insulation (such as cellulose or blown fiberglass) is installed on the attic floor, your inspector should inspect the area for active knob and tube wiring, bathroom fans that vent into the attic space, roof leaks, and the presence of asbestos-containing vermiculite insulation. The attic should also be ventilated properly, and all penetrations through the attic ceiling plane and attic floor should be sealed with caulking or spray foam to reduce energy loss.
TCS Insulation & Coatings
636 7th Ave W, Fargo, ND 58078
218-616-7930
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