Insulation And My Roof

You may also insulate your roof to help regulate the temperature in an attic that is a part of your living space.

Insulation and my roof. Insulating a roof is perhaps the easiest of all the energy saving home improvements. It creates a breeding ground for mold and mildew and ruins the air trapping pockets that block heat flow. Materials commonly used for the insulation of the roof deck include. Insulating the roof is a priority if the ceilings of your home happen to be part of the roof deck as is the case with cathedral ceilings.

Look for water stains on the roof sheathing or damp or moldy spots on attic joists and existing insulation as a clue to where leaks might be. To increase the thickness of your roof insulation layer you can. It s also within the capability of most diyers although not the most pleasant of tasks. Mineral wool rolls are ubiquitous and cheap meaning a whole roof on a standard home could be insulated to the recommended 270mm with a spend of little more than 200.

Lay mineral wool between the joists and then fit rigid insulation boards across the joists with floorboards on top. Water is insulation s enemy. Box out light fixtures. While that may give you some added storage space it makes proper attic ventilation problematic.

Insulating in and around your roof attic space also prevents long term damage from moisture build up or ice damming which results from the warm air trying to escape through the apex of the roof but instead heating up the snow. Unlike blown in insulation spray foam is applied to the underside of your roof as opposed to the attic floor.