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Insulation is essential to whole-home comfort, and that’s typically linked to temperature regulation and energy efficiency. However,...

Adequate home insulation is essential to protecting the environment and reducing your home’s carbon footprint. According to the EPA ,...

One of the things we love most about our job as attic solutions and insulation professionals is our role as educators. From household to...

Both batt insulation and blown-in cellulose or foam have DIY attic insulation potential. However, after decades of working as attic...

Any attic air leaks pose a threat to the whole home's comfort, energy efficiency , and air quality. Leaks are a major source of heat loss...

That last Bay Area heat wave signaled the final hurrah for summer. Now, the notable arrival of fall means it’s time to inspect the attic...

Even the smallest mice or rats can cause a tremendous amount of noise as they scurry about at night. But, more importantly,...

Routine attic maintenance is an essential part of whole-home comfort and energy efficiency. Knowing more about your home’s attic anatomy...

Whole-home energy efficiency and indoor comfort rely on the cooperation of three major systems: roof, attic, and ventilation. Air sealing...

If your home is 10+ years old, there is a good chance your attic is under insulated. If your home is 20 years old or older, and you...

Bay Area attics are usually afterthoughts for homeowners, but this is a mistake. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the majority...

Many Bay Area homes have spacious attics, setting the ideal stage for converting an attic into a room. However, before you get started,...

Attic stairs come in several different forms, including pulldown ladders or full stairs with handrails. There are several things...

Attics can pose a safety hazard, especially if your attic is unfinished, insulation is outdated or damaged, or mold, toxins, or other...

When was the last time you had your HVAC systems air ducts inspected or cleaned? If you’re like most homeowners, the answer is, “never.” ...

Your attic is a key player when it comes to whole-home comfort and energy efficiency. The combination of your roof system, adequate attic...

Our proximity to the ocean and cooler climates means Bay Area homes are vulnerable to moisture control issues. Poorly controlled moisture...

When’s the last time you took a good, detailed lookup in your attic? If you’re like most people, the attic is a major afterthought, and...

While some flat-roofed homes don’t have attics, most homes built in the United States have some type of attic space. What you do with...

What’s hanging out in your attic lately? Nothing? Then let’s look at ways you can take that attic waste of space and make it a more...