Most of us rarely go up there and we don’t think about it much. More than likely you only think of it as extra space to put our old junk. But if you could find another place to put those future garage ...

Attic moisture rarely announces itself with a dramatic roof failure. It usually begins with one overlooked gap, a thin ...

It is easy to insulate walls, ceilings and floors when you know a few simple tricks. Although there are several choices, fiberglass insulation is the best. It is lightweight, inexpensive, relatively ...

Q. My heating and air conditioning equipment is in my attic. I know I am losing heat because the attic is very warm even in cold, cloudy weather. There is some insulation on the floor, but would it ...

Do you know how much you lose when heat goes through the roof? Some experts put the estimate as high as 45 percent of your heating bill, but that would be from an uninsulated attic. To reduce heat ...

When temperatures whip from freezing to mild and back again, that “small leak” in your roof or attic can quickly turn into a stained, sagging ceiling and a repair bill that dwarfs the original problem ...

Q: My problem is why do I get ice in the overhangs? I have a done hundred things to fix it, but nothing works. Would it help if I completely closed it up and kept the cold air out? The soffit has ...

Looking to make your home more comfortable and efficient? The best place to begin may be hanging just above you. “Adding insulation to the attic and sealing air leaks around light fixtures are among ...

The typical cost of attic insulation is between $1,500 and $3,500, with a national average of $2,500. Cost factors for attic insulation installation include attic size, insulation type, insulation ...

Q–A sweating wall problem really has us stumped. Last fall, we moved into our 4-year-old split-level home, which has a cathedral ceiling in the living and dining areas. During the very cold winter ...