I've come to the conclusion our attic is a mess, and probably why it's so damn hot upstairs. I've always put off looking at it, but finally bit the bullet. I'm currently in the process of adding insulation baffles so the soffit vents actually take in air (they've been obstructed all this time.. ugh).
In addition, I've notice some of the insulation is paper backed, paper side on the drywall for the ceiling below. But in some parts, it's just loose fiberglass. How should I go about all this.. pull everything out and start from scratch, or just layer more on top? currently, insulation is maybe an inch over the joists. somewhat uneven. It looks more like someone was throwing insulation by the edge of the house to block off the soffit vents
In addition to all this, some of the space was plywooded for storage... so there's compressed insulation under that. I want to be able to keep this storage space... is there any recommendation? Should I build up a floor for it so it can actually still have proper insulation underneath? Not that I even know how to really do this... heh
suggestions welcome.
In addition, I've notice some of the insulation is paper backed, paper side on the drywall for the ceiling below. But in some parts, it's just loose fiberglass. How should I go about all this.. pull everything out and start from scratch, or just layer more on top? currently, insulation is maybe an inch over the joists. somewhat uneven. It looks more like someone was throwing insulation by the edge of the house to block off the soffit vents
In addition to all this, some of the space was plywooded for storage... so there's compressed insulation under that. I want to be able to keep this storage space... is there any recommendation? Should I build up a floor for it so it can actually still have proper insulation underneath? Not that I even know how to really do this... heh
suggestions welcome.