Attic Blown Insulation Depth

Input depth of existing blown in insulation in inches.

Attic blown insulation depth.

Atticat expanding blown in insulation is designed for your attic insulation project in new or existing homes. Click the button to calculate the depth in inches and pounds of total insulation required for this job. If you do not have at least 10 to 12 of insulation in your attic you need more insulation. This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only.

Having the correct amount of attic insulation can help you maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home and help save money on your energy bills plus prevent major issues like ice dams in the winter. We recommend that every home owner in florida check their attic to see if you need more insulation. Blowing insulation into walls is best left to the pros because it involves drilling into stud spaces that may contain electrical. Handy homeowners can install blown in insulation in the attic.

Blowing the insulation should take less than 1 5. Input length width and desired r value of the area to be insulated. This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only. Click the button to calculate the approximate r value for this job.

Types of blown in insulation the two commonly used types of blown in attic insulation are cellulose and fiberglass. If you think you re among the 90 of us homes that are under insulated 1 performing a simple insulation inspection will help you determine your insulation needs. The specially designed atticat machine conditions the insulation by adding millions of tiny air pockets that give the material its insulating power and energy saving r value over time. For loose fill cellulose this translates to a total depth ranging from 8 inches.

Input length width and desired r value of the area to be insulated. Inspecting attic insulation there are several factors to consider when inspecting loose fill blown in attic insulation. These include the type depth and density of the insulation. Not having the right thickness will cost you more money in higher electric bills.

Insulation fibers are packaged in bags and blown in place to the desired depth and density using special machinery you can rent from a home center. In temperate coastal areas such as zone 3 attic insulation of at least r30 up to a maximum of r60 is recommended.