Blocking heat from windows

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Hmm, our attic insulation is probably as old as the building. May be worth looking into, though that would be a job and a half, for sure. Wouldn't want to attempt to clean up there. Can we just dump new insulation on top of filth?

I'm not a huge fan of indoor shutters, but it's something to consider.

6 weeks downstairs?? This better be an easy delivery!

[DreadPirateRoberts]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Hmm, our attic insulation is probably as old as the building. May be worth looking into, though that would be a job and a half, for sure. Wouldn't want to attempt to clean up there. Can we just dump new insulation on top of filth?

I'm not a huge fan of indoor shutters, but it's something to consider.

6 weeks downstairs?? This better be an easy delivery!

Over time the insulation compresses, and loses its insulating properties. My old insulation had compressed to just a couple inches. The new insulation is around 8 to 10 inches. You can lay new insulation over the old. I laid the new insulation across the old at a 90 degree angle.



It looks like clouds in the attic.

[BarTopDancer]

Originally Posted by Cadaverous Pallor

Hmm, our attic insulation is probably as old as the building. May be worth looking into, though that would be a job and a half, for sure. Wouldn't want to attempt to clean up there. Can we just dump new insulation on top of filth?

I think some of the utility companies are offering discounts or rebates on re-insulating attics. It might be part of their energy survey. Might want to look and see if your electric or gas company offers this.

[DreadPirateRoberts]

Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

I think some of the utility companies are offering discounts or rebates on re-insulating attics. It might be part of their energy survey. Might want to look and see if your electric or gas company offers this.

Good idea

http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?...ts.tx_index#c2

http://socalgas.com/rebates/residential/insulation/

There are also some rebates on windows (mousepod), if they are EnergyStar compliant:

http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?....pr_taxcredits