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Insulation
According
to Today's Homeowner, heating and air conditioning account for 50 to
70 percent of the energy most American homes use. Home insulation is
one of the best ways to increase energy-efficiency and reduce the
amount of money you spend each month on heating and cooling. Yet
most homes aren't as well insulated as they should be.
Check
these areas of your home to see if they're properly insulated.
The energy experts at your local electric cooperative can tell you
exactly how much insulation each of these areas requires.
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Your
attic, including the attic door or hatch.
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The
area beneath floors above unheated spaces (like basements).
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Around
the walls in a heated basement or unventilated crawl space.
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Along
the edges of slabs-on-grade.
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Around
ductwork that passes through unheated areas.
In
areas where you can reach the framing structure, it's easy to add
insulation yourself. For hard-to-reach areas, check with a
qualified, licensed insulation contractor to determine the price and
extent of the work your home needs.
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