Where to Insulate in a Home
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The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of EERE
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For energy efficiency, your home should be properly insulated from the roof down to its foundation. This includes the following areas:
Topic Summary
- Attic spaces
- Attic access doors to unfinished attics
- Knee walls in finished attics
- Ducts in unconditioned spaces
- Cathedral ceilings
- Exterior walls
- Floors above unheated garages
- Foundations
If you're not sure where you should insulate, see our information on adding insulation to an existing home or selecting insulation for new home construction.
Article source: The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). For the most up-to-date information please visit the EERE website.
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