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Basement Blanket Insulation

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Guide describing Installing blanket fiberglass insulation on the interior walls of a conditioned, unfinished basement as an alternative to best practice solutions.
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Slab Edge Insulation

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Guide describing how to insulate slabs on grade in climate zones 3 and higher.
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Unvented Attic Insulation

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Guide describing methods for insulating an unvented attic along the roof line.

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Duct insulated with a minimum of R-8 insulation

Duct insulated with a minimum of R-8 insulation
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Right - Attach exterior insulation with insulation washers and tape the seams of the insulation is used as an air barrier.

Right - Attach exterior insulation with insulation washers and tape the seams of the insulation is used as an air barrier.
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Ducts are properly insulated and supported without compressing the insulation

Ducts are properly insulated and supported without compressing the insulation

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What is Continuous Insulation — A Guide for Insulators and Contractors

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Insulate Your Basement, Part 3: Insulate the Walls and Rim Joists

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How to Install Batt Insulation (1/3): The Pre-Insulation Walk Through

Types of Insulation

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Information sheet about types and installation of insulation.

Sprinkler Insulation

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Literature review from NFPA on the use of insulation to protect the piping in home fire sprinkler systems from freezing conditions.

Crawlspace Insulation

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Information sheet about crawlspace insulation, including installation details.

Masonry Wall Insulation

Home Improvement Expert™ Checklist
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Many home walls have inadequate insulation resulting in excessive heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. Adding wall insulation can significantly address this home performance challenge. However, critical installation best practices need to be followed to ensure a successful project. In particular, the traditional exterior “drill and fill” approach will not work with masonry brick or concrete walls. Use this checklist to get the significant energy savings and enhanced comfort benefits possible with quality installed masonry wall insulation.

Framed Wall Insulation

Home Improvement Expert™ Checklist
Description
Many home walls have inadequate insulation resulting in excessive heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer. Adding wall insulation can significantly address this home performance challenge. However, critical installation best practices need to be followed to ensure a successful project. Use this checklist to get the significant energy savings and enhanced comfort benefits possible with quality installed framed wall insulation.