Top Five Mistakes Made When Installing Insulation

But as with any home improvement project, things can go wrong and mistakes can be made. It's important to recognize these mistakes before you make them yourself. In the end, you'll have a wonderfully regulated home that enables you to enjoy a lower energy bill at the end of each month.The first mistake...Many people make when installing insulation is not putting enough of it in the home. Most drafts are apparent beneath the floorboards and in the attic. Don't forget to insulate these areas when you are working. Another thing to take into consideration would be installing insulation on the attic door, between garage doors, and into any other gaps that you can possibly imagine. Remember that the more you insulate your house, the more regulated the temperature will be and the more you can save on energy costs. If you do not feel comfortable insulating the home, don't hesitate to call a professional for help.The second mistake...That is often made would be using a low R-value. As a general rule, the higher the R-value is, the less drafts will be able to pass through. Though low grade insulation is always cheaper, it may not be the best choice in the long run. In fact, you may find that you still deal with drafts and unregulated temperatures just because you decided to use the cheapest insulation you could possibly find. In the case of insulating, being frugal is not the best way to go.The third mistake...Would be removing the old insulation that is in place. Many people remove older insulation because it looks dirty, dingy, and old. But it still performs and can even save you money by leaving it in place. If you find that you have old insulation in your home, just leave it where it is. Just think of it as it being an extra blanket for the house when added with your new insulation.The fourth mistake... And probably one of the biggest, is leaving gaps in the walls when insulating. Remember that this product is designed to act as a blanket for the home. By leaving gaps between insulation sheets, you're allowing extra drafts to come into the house. No matter what R-value you use, gaps will still prove to be a problem.The final mistake...That is made fairly often would be overlooking gaps in the actual home. This includes holes and areas where wood or brick may not be present. If you move old insulation and can literally see outside by looking through a hole in the wall, you may not need extra insulation to take care of this problem. Use an expanding foam to take care of the hole and insulate normally. By knowing the different mistakes that can be made, you are educating yourself about what not to do when doing this particular home improvement project. Always educate yourself before attempting any work within your house.