Roofs, Attics & Ceilings -

Air Sealing/Insulation

Guide describing the principal of compartmentalization in multifamily buildings - the separation of dwelling units from each other and from common areas in terms of air flow. Locations where air-sealing is critical to maintain separation of air spaces and air-sealing methods especially for party walls are also described.

Guide describing ways to air-seal an attached garage in new and existing homes.

Guide describing how to air-seal duct and flue shafts.

Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal attic knee walls and floor joist cavities under knee walls.

Guide describing how to increase insulation in existing homes by installing batt insulation on the ceiling plane of a vented attic.

Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal dropped ceilings and soffits to prevent air leakage.

Guide outlining how to retrofit an exterior wall and/or attic to provide continuous air sealing.