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Yes, you can install insulation behind drywall yourself, but only if your walls are not finished. If your studs are exposed, installing fiberglass insulation in roll or batt form is very straightforward and just requires a few tools and some safety equipment. If your walls are already finished and you’re looking to add insulation, it’s better to hire a professional, as you’ll likely need blown-in insulation, which can be dangerous to work with and a challenge to get into the proper areas in your wall voids.

Minimal maintenance is required, though regular inspections to ensure insulation hasn't shifted or deteriorated can improve performance over time.

Insulating your ducts offers several benefits, including:

• Improved energy efficiency: Duct insulation prevents energy losses, reducing heating and cooling costs.

• Cost savings: Lower energy bills make insulation a cost-effective investment.

• Environmental benefits: Enhanced efficiency reduces your carbon footprint.

• Consistent comfort: Insulated ducts help maintain a stable indoor temperature.

• Better indoor air quality: Reduced allergens and pollutants improve air quality.

Three signs that you need crawl space insulation are drafts, high energy bills, and mold. Drafts can start in crawl spaces and cause hot or cold air to spread to the rest of your home through holes in the floors and walls. And even if your entire home is well-insulated, you can still feel an unchecked draft from your crawl space and in your utility bill. Uninsulated crawl spaces can let in air and moisture, and because they’re built directly on the ground and difficult to dry out, they are hotspots for mold and mildew.