How to Tell if Your Attic Needs Re-Insulation—5 Warning Signs
Introduction Your attic plays a crucial role in keeping your home energy-efficient and comfortable year-round. Over time, insulation can degrade, shift, or become less effective due to age, moisture, or pests. If you've noticed higher utility bills, drafty rooms, or ice on your roof in winter, your attic insulation may be to blame. In this blog, we’ll walk through five key warning signs that your attic might need re-insulation—and what steps you should take next. Uneven or Rising Energy Bills Have your utility bills spiked without any obvious reason? Inconsistent or rising energy costs are one of the most common signs that your attic insulation is failing. When insulation becomes ineffective, your heating and cooling systems must work harder to maintain your home's temperature, leading to increased energy usage. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, proper insulation can reduce heating and cooling costs by up ...