Should you remove old insulation before adding new insulation?

• <div><p>You do not always need to remove old insulation before adding new. If the existing insulation is in good condition—not wet, physically damaged, moldy, or infested with pests—you can add new insulation directly on top of it for a compounding effect. You can also mix different types, such as adding blown-in insulation around existing fiberglass batts.</p><p>However, removal is recommended if the old insulation is compromised by water damage or pests. You should also remove it if you plan to install a different type of insulation, like switching from roll or batt insulation to spray foam. If the existing insulation is very old or damaged, you will likely get more benefit from removing it and starting fresh.</p></div>

Does bathroom insulation need a vapor barrier?

• <div><p>Yes. Bathroom insulation requires a vapor barrier. As a matter of fact, bathrooms and kitchens are the two areas of the home that should always get a vapor barrier because of the excess moisture. If you don’t have a vapor barrier in place in these rooms, the moisture will build up and eventually lead to mold and bacteria, not to mention the destruction of the insulation.</p></div>

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Austin is amazing and so kind! Always on time and has completely transformed my new home! As FTHBs we were nervous about the whole finding a contractor process but Austin has completely turned those nerves around for us. We had some not so easy task(sink install and hang 75” tv for example, but...
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Reviewed in October 2023
The plumber was courteous. He visited us the day we requested the installation and inspected the line. The next day he installed the cut off valve for a hot waterline, quickly and efficiently. He sent courteous emails and phone calls beforehand quoting the price of the installation and parts...
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Reviewed in October 2020
I wanted to take this time to bragg about a contractor i found recently in phenix city Alabama, I want to start by introducing him to you all his name is Damon and damon is a contractor in the Columbus Georgia area that specializes in all types of TV WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION this man is...
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Matthew Vatani is a thief and a compulsive liar! I gave this man $3,625 to install a fence on 09/01. He stopped answering the phone and started texting, he has given me every excuse in the book! He is backed up, his wife had surgery (he is single by the way) his airbags deployed, he sent me a...
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He called me fifteen minutes after I contacted him and left a message. His crew came out the next day and installed a new unit.
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Initial installation did not pass city code inspection but company was very responsive to make it right.
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We went into the office and met with Cheryl. She showed us their doors the prices were comparable to other estimates we had gotten. We purchased a beautiful entry door and also a security door. She called us earlier than we anticipated with the delivery and installation date. James was the...
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Sears is a great home improvement franchise I do business with them a good bit but when it comes to my roof installation I want hand driven application
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You do not always need to remove old insulation before adding new. If the existing insulation is in good condition—not wet, physically damaged, moldy, or infested with pests—you can add new insulation directly on top of it for a compounding effect. You can also mix different types, such as adding blown-in insulation around existing fiberglass batts.

However, removal is recommended if the old insulation is compromised by water damage or pests. You should also remove it if you plan to install a different type of insulation, like switching from roll or batt insulation to spray foam. If the existing insulation is very old or damaged, you will likely get more benefit from removing it and starting fresh.

Through R-value assessments based on climate and existing insulation.

Yes. Bathroom insulation requires a vapor barrier. As a matter of fact, bathrooms and kitchens are the two areas of the home that should always get a vapor barrier because of the excess moisture. If you don’t have a vapor barrier in place in these rooms, the moisture will build up and eventually lead to mold and bacteria, not to mention the destruction of the insulation.

When installing board and batten siding, make sure there is wall sheathing and a moisture-resistant barrier installed. Behind that sheathing should be plywood or OSB for you to nail the boards and battens into. If there isn’t plywood or OSB, you can install vertical furring strips at 1½- to 2-foot intervals to nail the boards and battens to.

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