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The Do’s and Don’ts of Attic Ventilation|Koala Insulation of Panama Ci

Your attic is key to regulating your home's temperature with thorough airflow. Therefore, it's essential to tend to the attic insulation to ensure proper ventilation. After all, stale air and moisture may damage the insulation material, and poor insulation creates condensation in attic vents, reducing their efficiency. Read the guide below to learn how to optimize your attic's insulation and ventilation. 

Do:

Check the insulation periodically.

Over time, attic insulation wears down, so you need to check its quality every few months. If the insulation material is below or level with the joists, your contractor must replenish it. If left untreated, the humidity and heat rising toward your roof will undoubtedly cause moisture to accumulate in your home’s structure, leading to mold growth and wood rot. 

Fix leaks.

If there are cracks, gaps, and holes around your attic vents or in the insulation, outdoor air and precipitation are more likely to seep into your home. This reduces the efficacy of your ventilation and insulation, as well as your HVAC system. Caulk or seal every opening that you find in your walls, floors, and roof.

Don’t:

Overlook less obvious areas.

Ceiling, floor, and wall insulation are typically easy to install. However, proper attic insulation often includes less obvious areas. 

For example, many homeowners neglect knee walls, a short wall that holds up the rafters as well as platforms, walkways, and skylight wells. Insulation gaps in these areas can result in moisture gathering in your vents or uneven distribution of airflow. Call your contractor if the insulation is missing or needs to be replaced.

Address the insulation or ventilation yourself.

Insulation installation and ventilation repair are common DIY projects among homeowners. However, without proper training, it’s easy to choose an ineffective material or misjudge the needed amount of insulation. Some steps of the ventilation repair process are even dangerous. To ensure that the job is done thoroughly and safely, leave the task to an experienced insulation contractor.

If you suspect that it's time to upgrade your attic's insulation and ventilation, contact Koala Insulation of Panama City in Panama City, FL. Family-owned and operated, they've tackled countless home improvement projects while offering a lifetime workmanship warranty. Learn more today and call (850) 387-0130 or visit them online to book an estimate