Should I remove old attic insulation before adding new?

• <div><p>Ideally, you can add new insulation to your existing insulation. However, some circumstances require you to remove old insulation before adding any new insulation: </p><ul><li><p>If the insulation is over 15 years old</p></li><li><p>If the insulation is wet or moldy</p></li><li><p>If it is <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-vermiculite-insulation.htm">vermiculite insulation</a></p></li><li><p>If you see signs of pest infestation</p></li></ul><p>Removing old insulation is best left to a pro who can safely dispose of potential moldy or asbestos-ridden insulation.</p></div>

How do I add insulation to existing walls?

• <div><p>If you need to insulate behind finished walls, the best option will likely be to have an insulation professional install <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/blown-in-insulation.htm">blown-in insulation</a>. The installation requires small holes cut in your wall, after which the installer can blow loose-fill insulation into the void. After the installation, you’ll have minor drywall patching, which shouldn’t cost more than <b>$100</b>. Compared to ripping down the existing drywall, using a different type of insulation, and replacing and finishing the drywall, this should save you hundreds or even thousands, depending on the size of the room you’re insulating.</p></div>

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We had a new shower and flooring installed in our main bathroom. It was a big job and my pro got it done timely and with great quality. He was very conscious of our budget and made sure to stay within its limits. Because of our limited budget, we finished the walls ourselves and will install our...
RLS Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
We contacted Matt to install an EV charger and a ceiling fan. Matt responded right away and scheduled an appointment. Matt showed up at the scheduled time and got right to work. We had previously had Oak Ridge do the electrical for our solar project. Both times work was done professionally. Oak...
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Reviewed in September 2023
The job was well done. The installers were very professional and cleaned up when they were done.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in August 2023
Very knowledgeable on hvac saystems. They installed a new furnace, a/c, electric filter, humidifier, heat exchanger and a uv light to kill germs and bacteria. This was a pretty big job and took extra effort. They stayed until after 8:00pm on a Friday night to finish the job and make sure...
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Reviewed in May 2023
The general contractor, moving company recommended, flooring installers, painter, and plumber were all absolutely amazing. They were professional, communicated every step of the way, on time, efficient, and their work is beautiful. I recommend each of them at the highest of level. Iâ ve...
Holtzman Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Evan is super honest, pleasant, knowledgeable, and skilled. I have known him for six years. I appreciate that I can call on him to help with a wide variety of tasks. (Painting, changing filters, installing water filtering system, moving furniture, installing shelving units, repairing damaged...
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Reviewed in December 2019
Right from our very first time meeting with Right Choice Construction, we were impressed! The salesman, Tony, was so personable and really took the time to listen to our needs. He helped us pick out the best windows for our budget and the functionality that we needed. To put icing on the cake, a...
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Reviewed in October 2019
Right from our very first time meeting with Right Choice Construction, we were impressed! The salesman, Tony, was so personable and really took the time to listen to our needs. He helped us pick out the best windows for our budget and the functionality that we needed. To put icing on the cake, a...
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My new metal roof looks great! Mike and Mary were easy to work, and Mike is very knowledgeable about the products he sells. Their crew was efficient and friendly and installed my roof on a tight schedule before winter. I am very happy with my choice.
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Tom is an extremely knowledgeable and honest person who has a wealth of experience. We have an old farmhouse with original wood siding, much of it rotted and not a single 90 degree angle on the house. Also our roof was suffering from many ridge top shingle blow-offs and was in need of repair. He...
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Yes, you can install insulation over ductwork, and doing so can save you money. Without insulation, the HVAC unit must work harder to force warm or cool air around the home, and once the air reaches the vent, it may not be the correct temperature. Insulating HVAC ducts makes your system work more efficiently, saving you money on heating and cooling bills.

Mineral wool has an excellent life expectancy of up to 50 years, provided it's kept dry and free of pests. Compared to fiberglass, with a life span of 20 to 30 years, mineral wool stacks up well for long-term cost savings. Sheep wool maintains a similar life span to fiberglass, while estimates for hemp wool insulation life expectancies are all over the board, ranging anywhere from 20 to 100 years.

Ideally, you can add new insulation to your existing insulation. However, some circumstances require you to remove old insulation before adding any new insulation:

If the insulation is over 15 years old
If the insulation is wet or moldy
If it is vermiculite insulation
If you see signs of pest infestation

Removing old insulation is best left to a pro who can safely dispose of potential moldy or asbestos-ridden insulation.

Professionals can install a radiant barrier in a day or two, but DIY installation will take several days. The time it takes to install a radiant barrier depends largely on the size of the space and the installation method. Larger homes can take a pro two to three days to finish the job. It’s also quicker to lay foil over existing insulation.

If you need to insulate behind finished walls, the best option will likely be to have an insulation professional install blown-in insulation. The installation requires small holes cut in your wall, after which the installer can blow loose-fill insulation into the void. After the installation, you’ll have minor drywall patching, which shouldn’t cost more than $100. Compared to ripping down the existing drywall, using a different type of insulation, and replacing and finishing the drywall, this should save you hundreds or even thousands, depending on the size of the room you’re insulating.

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