Is a radiant barrier better than insulation?

• <div><p>Radiant barriers and insulation serve different purposes, so one is not inherently better than the other. Radiant barriers reflect radiant heat, helping keep spaces cool, especially in hot climates, while insulation slows heat transfer through conduction. For optimal energy efficiency, it’s best to use both together. </p><p>Radiant barriers can enhance the performance of insulation by preventing heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter. The choice between them depends on specific climate conditions and the building’s design requirements.</p></div>

Can I install a radiant barrier myself?

• <div><p>It is possible to install a radiant barrier yourself. However, knowing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-install-radiant-barrier.htm">how to install a radiant barrier</a> and actually doing it are two totally different things. For example, it’s important that they be installed in a straight line but at an angle that creates a gap between the roof panels and the foil or spray. If this gap is too large or small, it won’t function as it should, and that may be hard to avoid if you’re only a novice. When in doubt, leave this job to a pro.</p></div>

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Last update on July 19, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
We recently moved to a home that came with a list of deferred maintenance, and we wanted to make a few changes to it as well. Although we’re perfectly able to do (most) of the work ourselves, we had enough to do packing and unpacking boxes as well as working full time. So we asked around about...
McKirdy Services
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Reviewed in March 2020
Called as promised in advance of installation, and arrived earlier by agreement with us. Did a thorough job, and cleaned up well afterwards. Even tested our dishwasher to ensure that it still worked well after having to disconnect during the installation of our new garbage disposal.
Rigstad Installation
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Reviewed in July 2019
the install of new furnace and AC unit was fast and the cleanup was excellent Thank You especially when it was done during the heat wave Thank You Again!!
All Season's Heating and A/C, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
Very professional. Went through all the controls and explained everything. Made recommendations on how othen to water. The guys who did the install did a great job. Cleaned up everything. I would highly recommend sprinkler king.
Sprinkler King
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Reviewed in January 2019
Got a new water heater installed for us quickly.
Kabin Kare Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2017
They were really amazing, it was great the fact that they were able to get everything done in the same day gutters and spray foamed the attic, and then the installed several windows. 2 years later, and I still can't believe the service that I had.
Juno Construction
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Reviewed in April 2017
The installers were very personable and friendly. Explained what they were doing and aswered all of our questions. Work was done on a timely basis and the work area left clean. I've no problem recommending this company.
Fox's Flowrite, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
Overall, the window-storm door-trim project was rather successful, not without snags/problems. The first snag arose after I reminded Jaymey that the window openings on the south side were to receive the double hung windows. Jaymey immediately stated the instructions to one of his workers, who...
Dornbusch Construction LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
<p>Dave Sorensen was one of a few Chimney Sweeps in Minnesota recommended because of his knowledge and experience (over 25 years) by the Minnesota company that manufactured our fireplace. Dave first came to clean our chimney about a year ago because I was concerned that our fireplace had...
Sorensen'S Chimney Service (Waite Park)
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Doorbell Installation questions, answered by experts

In addition to adding insulation to your attic, you may want to add a radiant barrier. A radiant barrier works by using reflective material, such as foil, on the attic floor. As heat penetrates the roof and enters the attic, the radiant barrier reflects the heat upward and back through the roof. If you receive a lot of direct sunlight on the roof, using both a radiant barrier and insulation in your attic can provide significant benefits.

Radiant barriers and insulation serve different purposes, so one is not inherently better than the other. Radiant barriers reflect radiant heat, helping keep spaces cool, especially in hot climates, while insulation slows heat transfer through conduction. For optimal energy efficiency, it’s best to use both together.

Radiant barriers can enhance the performance of insulation by preventing heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter. The choice between them depends on specific climate conditions and the building’s design requirements.

Yes, professionals can add extra insulation or backing for enhanced sound control.

It is possible to install a radiant barrier yourself. However, knowing how to install a radiant barrier and actually doing it are two totally different things. For example, it’s important that they be installed in a straight line but at an angle that creates a gap between the roof panels and the foil or spray. If this gap is too large or small, it won’t function as it should, and that may be hard to avoid if you’re only a novice. When in doubt, leave this job to a pro.

Installing sheets of plywood over attic insulation is a popular choice, especially in storage spaces. That said, insulation works by trapping hot air—so it needs extra space to expand and be effective, or you might reduce the energy efficiency of your home.

It’s important that you never compress the insulation by installing flooring directly on top of it. In many houses, you’ll need to install a subfloor before putting plywood over insulation in your attic.

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