Bathroom Fan Insulation

Bathroom Fan Insulation

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Insulation, Tips

Bathroom fan fixtures can poke into the attic insulation and create a pathway for air leaks. Caulk around them from below with high-temperature flexible caulk.
Bathroom Fan Insulation

HVAC Budget

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Insulation, Tips

Whether you intend to install insulation yourself or hire a contractor, make sure that you know the guaranteed minimum R-value you are looking for. Have any contractor state that installed R-value as part of the bid. Also, prepare for the project by assessing what...
Bathroom Fan Insulation

Exterior Caulking

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Insulation, Tips

Small openings on the exterior of your home can allow for significant energy loss. Caulk around openings for electric, gas, oil and water supply lines, drainage pipes, plumbing for outside spigots, cable TV and telephone cables. Dryer vents, mechanical ventilation...
Bathroom Fan Insulation

Retrofit Insulation

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Insulation, Tips

It’s possible to retrofit insulation into an existing home, even without the access provided by remodeling. The choices, however, are much more limited. There are some retrofit insulation products that are designed for minimal disruption to finished wall or...
Bathroom Fan Insulation

Window Insulation

by | Jan 1, 2017 | HVAC, Insulation, Tips

Weatherstrip and caulk all cracks between the wall and the window trim, especially under the window sills. Replace broken glass and putty any loose window panes. Caulk around the moving parts of windows with a strip-away, non-permanent caulk during the winter. This...