Should wall insulation be faced or unfaced?

• <div><p>Unfaced wall insulation is easier to cut and install, making it the better choice for a DIY project. It’s also more affordable. But if it’s unfaced, you’ll likely need to add a vapor barrier to reach your desired R-value and efficiency, as it doesn’t offer any moisture barrier.</p><p>Faced insulation uses paper or foil to create a built-in barrier and doesn’t require an extra step. It’s also more fire-resistant and safe. But it’s quite a bit more expensive and a little bit harder to work with as a DIYer.</p></div>

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Q: What types of insulation offer the best energy efficiency?

• <div><p>Reflective and high R-value batt or roll insulation are often considered energy-efficient, offering significant thermal resistance benefits.</p></div>

Q: Does an attic floor need a vapor barrier?

• <div><p>Vapor barriers in attics are a bit outdated and most areas no longer recommend them for attic spaces. For vented attics, the best method is usually to install drywall and cover it with latex paint before attaching insulation fiberglass, cellulose, or foam insulation. When renovating an attic to use as a living space, a contractor can guide you on the best way to cover insulation.</p></div>

Q: What is the easiest way to remove insulation?

• <div><p>If you have blown-in insulation, using an insulation vacuum will quickly and easily suck up all the insulation. Many come with built-in HEPA filters for added safety. While some people suggest breaking up large batts and feeding them into the vacuum, this can expose you to more fiberglass fibers. With batts and rolls, carefully removing them and placing them into garbage bags is a better process.</p></div>

Q: Should you remove old insulation before adding new insulation?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-remove-old-insulation-when-i-upgrade.htm">remove old insulation before adding new insulation</a>. As long as the old insulation is still in good shape&mdash;not wet, physically damaged, or moldy&mdash;then you can stack new insulation on top of old insulation to get a compounding effect. You can also mix different types of insulation, like adding blown-in insulation around existing fiberglass batt insulation or installing rigid insulation boards over rafters in your attic that already have batt insulation installed. If your existing insulation is very old or damaged, though, you&rsquo;ll likely see more benefit from removing it and replacing it instead.</p></div>

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William Moore, owner of Patriot Contracting is amazing! Nobody would commit to a complete 1880's home renovation at the height of the pandemic. He figured out relocating a stairwell that 6 other contractors and a structural engineer never got. He and his crew were hardworking, honest, and...
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Reviewed in May 2025
Had the underside of my cabin sprayed with foam insulation. I couldn't be happier. The floors were MUCH warmer this past winter. As a couple unexpected bonuses, the floors were much quieter, no creaking and the overall warmth of the cabin was NOTICEABLY warmer.. work was completed sooner...
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They were efficient professional highly skilled And very Reliable
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Ryan is extremely knowledgeable in all facets of construction. I highly recommend his services for any home improvement project.
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Reviewed in May 2010
They did a good job. The insulation contributed to the much warmer and cheaper winter costs for us.
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They are very pleasant, amiable and very easy to deal with. Financing was easy with them. You do not need a construction loan. You put down 10% and then nothing else until the end. We are in upstate NY and during the coldest months the heat bill was $187.00. I used the pay $400 in our other...
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