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Attic

Openings used for access to the attic such as access panels, doors into knee walls, or dropdown stairs should be air-sealed and insulated.

Openings used for access to the attic such as access panels, doors into knee walls, or dropdown stairs should be air-sealed and insulated.

Furnace and chimney flues often have large gaps around them that allow air leakage from the home into the attic . (Source: Family Handyman)

Use heat-resistant caulk and sheet metal to air seal flues and chimneys in the attic.

Look at the attic to make sure there are baffles in place at soffit vents to keep wind from blowing insulation; if they are missing install them.

Look at the attic to make sure there are baffles in place at soffit vents to keep wind from blowing insulation; if they are missing install them.

Looking at your home with an infrared (IR) camera can reveal missing insulation and air leakage.

Looking at your home with an infrared (IR) camera can reveal missing insulation and air leakage.

Roof

Right – Flashing is installed around chimney, skylight, vents, dormers, in valleys and at eaves.

Missing flashing can lead to water infiltration and major damage and rot that may be hidden beneath the walls or roof.