Attic insulation is an integral part of any home. After all, it helps keep your home warm in the winter and cold in the summer, making your living area comfortable all year long. However, according to window replacement and attic insulation experts, some homeowners are reluctant to add attic insulation to their homes due to various myths and misconceptions, such as:
Attic Insulation can Start a Fire
One of the most popular misconceptions that surround attic insulation is that they can start a fire and even cause it to spread faster around your home. This isn’t actually true as your attic insulation contractor will always determine the most optimal kind and install ones that suit your home best.
Insulation is All You Need to Improve Your HVAC
When some homeowners hear the term “attic insulation”, they automatically think that improving it is all they need to improve their HVAC’s performance to keep their home comfortable. However, in reality, improving the insulation isn’t the only thing you need. In fact, to improve your HVAC system’s performance, you need to get a general contractor to inspect it, maintain it, perform some upgrades, and if needed, replace it entirely.
Warm Weather Climates Don’t Need Attic Insulation
Another myth about attic insulation is that they aren’t required in homes located in areas with warm climates. This is because some often think that it only traps heat inside your home. In reality, however, insulation acts as a barrier against excess and unwanted heat as well. Apart from that, it can also prevent cool air from escaping your home as well; perfect for homes in warm climates.
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