This guide provides a large number of helpful articles, grouped into sections, to help answer your attic related questions.
Sections
What is an attic?
Attics are commonly defined at the loft space located directly underneath a home or other building’s roof. Attics typically don’t have a standard floor construction but rather rafters and other support beams that make up the shape of the home’s top and roof.
Many have limited access and while used in some cases for storage, they’re often not comfortable as the temperature may be higher or lower than the living quarters. Thermal insulation is normally used to help retain heat in winter and block it in the summer to reduce energy loss for heating and cooling.
Ventilation such as free air vents and attic fans are also present in many to help allow the escape of moisture as well as move air.
Article categories
Attic insulation
What’s The Best Way To Remove Insulation From An Attic?
For most homeowners, attic insulation is something they often overlook until things get messy. Removing old insulation from the attic isn’t hard but you’ll want to go about it the right way.
Attic Cleanup and Insulation Facts To Know
Your attic is easily one of the most forgotten parts of your home. Before you decide to start cleaning it up and dealing with insulation problems, it’s a good idea to be prepared. Read on for some good ideas to help.
Attic Radiant Barrier Pros and Cons To Know
Just like every form of insulation, there are radiant barrier attic pros and cons that you are helpful to know before spending a dime. Read on to find out the ins and outs so you’ll be ready.
What Is Cellulose Insulation Made Of?
Want to learn the ins and outs of cellulose insulation? It’s all here!
Facts And Tips For Working With Insulation
In this helpful guide I’ll share tips on how to work with insulation safely and how prevent some of the most common problems people suffer from. Do it right and you’ll be glad you did!
Working With Fiberglass Insulation Safety Guide
Fiberglass insulation is one of the most common types around and in nearly every attic it seems. Don’t let it affect your health, skin, eyes, and more: be prepared by knowing everything important and using the right steps.
What to Do About Wet Insulation In Your Attic
What happens to insulation once it gets wet? Is mold going to be a problem? Do you always have to replace it once the dampness is there? Find out more here.
Energy efficiency
How To Stop Drafts From An Attic Door
There are some energy efficiency benefits that come from getting air leaks under control – especially from attic doors. Dig in and find out what you can do yourself to tame those pesky leaks.
Attic fires and fire hazards
What Causes Attic Fires? A Home Fire Guide
Learn what causes attic fires, how to safely deal with them, and most importantly how to prevent them in this helpful article.
Odors
Why Does My Attic Smell Like Urine?
There’s a number of causes for attics that smell like urine. Want to know what they are? Read on…
Why Does My Attic Smell Bad?
Find out the causes – and solutions for – bad attic odors here. You’ll also learn about the dangers of mold and how to identify it, too.
Cleanup and decontamination
Attic Decontamination Basics To Know
Think you can’t decontaminate your attic yourself? You can! Just follow these helpful steps and learn the basics first then you’ll be ready for great results and a good plan.
How to Keep Your Attic Clean (Tips And What To Know)
Get that attic clean! Inside are great tips and steps for cleaning your attic the right way – along with best practices that will help make your attic maintenance easier in the long run.
What Is A Professional Attic Cleaning?
What is a professional attic cleaning, how much do they cost, and how often are they needed?
Rodent Attic Clean Up—What You REALLY Need To Know!
If you’re decontaminating an attic and cleaning up after a rodent infestation, there are some important things to know in order to keep you safe from potential health hazards.
Moisture, leaks, and humidity
What To Do About A Wet Attic
What causes a wet attic, what potential damage can be done, and how can you deal with it?
Should I Put A Dehumidifier In My Attic?
Find out the straight facts about when you should – or shouldn’t – use an attic dehumidifier. You’ll also learn how to use them as well as how to reduce moisture that causes humidity in your attic in the first place.
Attic Condensation- Where It Comes From And What To Do
Where does condensation in your attic come from, what are the consequences, and can you just leave it alone to work itself out? Or are there steps you’ll need to take to remedy and prevent it?
Pests and animals
Why Are There Centipedes in My Attic?
Got an attic centipede infestation? Learn why they’re there, what to do about it, and how to keep it from happening again.
Carpenter Bees In Your Attic: Why And What To Do
Carpenter bees can be an annoying attic pest that can damage your home’s structure. Learn how to know if you’ve got an infestation and what to do about it.
How To Deal With Birds In Your Attic
Here’s a quick and helpful guide to identifying birds in an attic, why they get in, the potential consequences, and how to deal with them.
Mold and mildew
Is Mold In An Attic Dangerous?
Mold can be a definite health hazard as you’re probably already aware. But what if it’s in your attic? How dangerous is it, how do you know you have it, and what can you do?
Can Mold In An Attic Make You Sick?
Find out the important facts on the effect mold in an attic can have on your or your family. Can it make you sick? How can you get rid of it to ensure your safety?