Understanding the Energy Code: The 2021 IECC Attic Insulation
Learn the requirements for residential attics in different climate zones, the impact on energy efficiency, and the importance of proper insulation installation.
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Ducts in an Unconditioned Attic
Running unprotected ductwork through an attic can court problems. Particularly in hot-humid climates, moisture can collect on the outside of ducts in summer. Encapsulating ducts in
Is Venting an Unconditioned Attic Necessary?
Venting an attic in cooling season The warm-climate, summertime problems of shingle life and cooling costs also show little improvement from attic ventilation. Shingle life can be shortened
All About Attic Venting
A rundown of reasons why venting an attic makes sense and how it can prevent issues that negatively impact a house''s performance.
What Architects Need to Know About Attic Kneewalls
Attic kneewall sheathing. Without sheathing on the attic-side of the kneewall, hot (or cold) attic air can get into the air-permeable fiberglass insulation most often used here.
All About Attics
The classic attic is located above a flat ceiling and has the same footprint as the house below. Some attics are smaller than the footprint of the house, like the attic above the second floor
How to Air-Seal an Attic Access
How to get a good air-seal at attic pull-down stairs, scuttle holes, and kneewall doors to keep conditioned air in the house.
Attic Upgrades and Ventilation
BGG had an energy audit done, which informed his plan to remove the existing fiberglass batts, air-seal the attic, install a ducted heat pump system, then blow in cellulose
Fans in the Attic: Do They Help or Do They Hurt?
Whole house fans are better than attic ventilators in terms of performance, energy consumption, and energy efficiency.
Attic baffles question
1. Should there be baffles in the corner of the attic? In the first image, it looks like there are open soffit vents there, but there are no baffles. 2. []