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Balancing blown and bat insulation

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

If you’ve read our recent blogs and have decided to install insulation in your attic, you now have a new decision to make: what kind of insulation should you choose.  Bat insulation is sold in sheets at hardware stores and can be installed by homeowners.  Blown insulation is sprayed into your attic to create a consistent blanket and requires a professional.

You can make an argument for both methods.  As this article shows, neither option is consistently cheaper than the other although bat insulates slightly better than blown.  Those who prefer to DIY projects, will obviously choose bat insulation.  However, it is time consuming, potentially frustrating, and requires you wear protective clothing and accessories.

If you want the comfort and savings without the hassle, then blown insulation is probably a better option.  Contact us and we can help you with the installation process.