Attic Insulation Depth Markers

Staple these r value rulers to attic joists to get the correct amount of insulation.

Attic insulation depth markers.

Atticat expanding blown in insulation is designed for your attic insulation project in new or existing homes. Compare the depth with an r value map and chart to determine how much insulation should be installed. This universal 1 increments ruler used with all types of blown insulation to provide a working gauge for installer and insurance depth to inspector and owner. Can be applied over existing insulation or in new construction.

Made of card stock 20 long. Having the correct amount of attic insulation can help you maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home and help save money on your energy bills plus prevent major issues like ice dams in the winter. Better insulate a crawlspace by checking vented floor joists and perimeter walls. For improved air circulation in the attic install for improved air circulation in the attic install the durovent 22 in.

To ensure an even distribution i cut a dozen dowel rods to match that depth and then spray painted their top halves a bright orange color. Inspecting attic insulation there are several factors to consider when inspecting loose fill blown in attic insulation. It can be cut to fit most joist spaces and is an affordable way to meet energy code requirements for air flow. Ideal for attic blow in installations.

These include the type depth and density of the insulation. Staple these r value rulers to attic joists to get the correct amount of insulation. Sold in packs of 100. These rulers are used with all types of blown in insulation to provide a working gauge of depth for the installer.

Attic insulation measuring rulers. Creates a thermal blanket that fills gaps to reduce air infiltration keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Check the rim joists in an unfinished basement. Types of blown in insulation the two commonly used types of blown in attic insulation are cellulose and fiberglass.

26 3 2 in. Add attic insulation if your existing insulation is less than 19 inches deep. The specially designed atticat machine conditions the insulation by adding millions of tiny air pockets that give the material its insulating power and energy saving r value over time. This universal 1 increments ruler used with all types of blown insulation to provide a working gauge for installer and insurance depth to inspector and owner.

Provides superior reduction of noise transfer through floors and walls when dense packed in to attics and sidewalls. I wanted an r value between 49 and 60 in my attic so i settled upon a desired depth of twenty inches of insulation. Made of cardboard stock.