Attic Air Sealing, Insulating, and Ventilating for Ice Dam Prevention Description Information guide describing proper attic air sealing, insulation, and ventilation to combat ice dam formation on roofs in cold climate zones.
Attic Eave Minimum Insulation Description Guide providing information about constructing a roof with full insulation at the eaves, and insulating eaves in existing homes.
Attic Radiant Barriers Description Guide describing application of a radiant barrier layer in the attic to block radiant heat transfer between hot surfaces and heat-absorbing surfaces.
Batt Insulation for Existing Vented Attics Description Guide describing how to increase insulation in existing homes by installing batt insulation on the ceiling plane of a vented attic.
Below Deck Spray Foam Insulation for Existing Roofs Description Guide describing how to add spray foam insulation to the underside of the existing roof deck as part of the conversion of a vented attic to an unvented, insulated attic.
Construct Roofs and Attics for Ice Dam Prevention Description Guide describing how ice dams form and how roofs can be constructed to prevent them.
Roof Eaves Sealed with Self-Adhering Membrane in Cold Climates Description Guide describing how to apply heavy membranes at eaves in cold climates to help guard against ice dams.
Unvented Attic Insulation Description Guide describing methods for insulating an unvented attic along the roof line.
Unvented Conditioned Attic with Spray Foam Insulation Below Roof Deck Description Guide describing a method for insulating an unvented attic by spraying foam insulation along the underside of the roof deck.
Water Managed Roof – Re-roofing and Adding Insulation Over a Sloped Roof Description Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped and add insulation above the roof deck.