Homes and buildings need insulation to control inside temperatures. Are you getting the best value for your project? Here's a look at how R-Value affects what you pick. R-Value, also known as "thermal ...

Q: I read in a column of yours that home insulation should have a “proper R-value.” What does that mean? — Doris L., Pittsburgh A: R-value refers to the level of resistance to heat flow that ...

Autumn’s falling temperatures get many of us thinking about apple cider, trick-or-treating, and… R-values. If your home isn’t well insulated, these chilly nights may remind you to start thinking about ...

Get the most energy efficiency from your insulation by filling all gaps, avoiding compression, sealing holes in framing and ...

In recent years, requiring building envelopes for greater insulation layers have become a trend for new construction. Despite this trend, it has been shown that dynamic insulation systems, which offer ...

Q: My utility bills are high and I am adding a room to my house. I want to insulate the room properly and have the contractor add some insulation in the rest of the house. What type of insulation is ...

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Insulation and insulating techniques continue to puzzle many homeowners and do-it-yourselfers, and changes in standards or procedures sometimes make a refresher course worthwhile. The insulation ...

Dear Jim: My utility bills are high, and I am adding a room to my house. I want to insulate the room properly and have the contractor add some insulation in rest of the house. What type of insulation ...

In recent years, requiring building envelopes for greater insulation layers have become a trend for new construction. Despite this trend, it has been shown that dynamic insulation systems, which offer ...