Blocking heat from windows

[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