Understanding insulation/ventilation in the home is critical to the efficiency and costs associated with keeping the home comfortable all year round.
By following these simple rules you will know what to do and if you should correct anything that is causing your energy bills to be higher than expected.
What should the attic temperature be at anytime throughout the year?
A properly balanced attic should be within 10-15 degrees of the outdoor temperature. If the temperature is higher you have a insulation/ventilation issue that needs to be addressed.
A dry, well-ventilated attic prevents mold from developing both inside the attic and in the living areas below. Attic ventilation helps draw hot air outside during the warmer months of the year, and reduces ice sheeting and ice dam build-up during the winter months.
If you have the correct amount of insulation the problem can be ventilation.
