Is your home hot in the summer and cold in the winter?It
may be time to take a look at your insulation. Here are 3 ways you can tell if the
insulation in your home needs to be replaced.
1. Take
a Look in the Attic
Take a peek at the insulation in your attic.As a rule of
thumb, if you can see the wood joists on the floor of the attic, you need more
insulation.In order to perform properly, insulation must be in good condition. Visually
inspect any existing insulation to see if it is:
· Compacted
· Moldy
· Water-stained
· Degraded
2. Watch
for Ice
Heat loss from the attic melts the snow high on your roof.Water
then runs down and re-freezes as it meets colder temperatures, causing ice dams
or large icicles to form on the roof and gutters.
3. Know
Your Home’s Age
If your home is more than 10 years old, it probably has
inadequate insulation. Homes more than 40 years old may have no insulation at
all, or may have been insulated with ineffective materials that are prone to
decay, such as newspaper.
A properly insulated home is more comfortable and can
save you a significant amount of money on heating and cooling bills. Visit this
website for more information about insulation material in Santa Cruz.
