When it comes to keeping a poorly insulated home warm, every little helps. To prevent heat loss through your attic, start by ...

Adding loose-fill insulation to an unfinished attic is a gotta-do-it project for even the unhandiest homeowner. Blow-in insulation will create a sound barrier and add insulating power to your home, ...

Getting hit with a huge utility bill is unpleasant, but it’s even worse when you know that it’s high due to heat or air conditioning loss through the doors, windows, or walls. Fitting exterior walls ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Removing old attic insulation can improve your home's energy efficiency and air quality, but it’s not a task to jump into unprepared. From dealing with potentially hazardous materials to getting a ...

The right insulation will keep your home comfy and your energy costs low. Here’s how to calculate how much you need and what kind to buy.Adding insulation can be a low-cost way to cut energy ...

Dear Jerry: If you can only answer one question, I understand. In my attic crawl space, all knob and tube wiring has been replaced by up-to-date wiring. Now the insulation needs to be replaced. I have ...

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 ...

If your home is underinsulated or has a lot of air leaks, heat escapes during winter and your hard-earned money floats away, too. In summer, heat flows into cool spaces in your home, raising your ...

Most people don’t devote much time to thinking about roof insulation. However, making a strategic decision about the best insulation for your home can help you stay comfortable while also saving money ...