Insulation Installation

Replacing worn or damaged weather stripping around exterior doors will save on your energy bills. Weather stripping either fits in a groove cut in the casing or is attached to the door jambs.

Young families like Chuck and Allison Kelley's have plenty of things vying for their time, energy and money; so we helped them catch up on some chores that shouldn't be ignored.

Summer is right around the corner, with plenty of warm weather and sunshine on the way. But along with the welcome change in the weather are harmful UV rays that can damage outdoor wood surfaces and blistering heat that can run your utility bills through the roof. Read on for three ways to save energy and protect your home this summer.

Find out how to cut thick batts or rolls of fiberglass insulation easily by using an extendable utility knife with break-off blades. Watch this video to find out more.

Pull down attic stairs can be a source of heat and cooling loss in your home. There are several options available to insulate an attic stair opening, including constructing a foam box and buying premade attic stair covers. Watch this video to find out more.

Watch this video for an inexpensive, DIY way to insulate attic stairs and make your home more energy efficient.

Margaret asks, “My house has a crawlspace under it, and the floors get very cold in winter. What is the best way to insulate a crawlspace on a budget?”

Vermiculite is a popular insulation material, but much of the vermiculite used in the U.S. before 1990 was contaminated with asbestos. Removal of vermiculite insulation can be costly and complicated; but in some cases, you may be able to leave the material in place with proper precautions. Read on to find out more.

Nicole asks, "When finishing an attic, which way should I face the insulation, or should I use nothing at all?"

Since both the attic above and room below will be heated, you can use unfaced insulation without a vapor barrier or no insulation at all. Read on to find out more.