As a homeowner, you welcome the chance to save money and take care of multiple problems at once. That’s why getting new attic insulation at the same time you are tackling a roof project may make sense. An attic insulation solution is often the perfect accompaniment. Here’s why the two could go together.
Costs and Work Are Easier With the Contractor Already There
By combining the two projects, you can save both time and money. A skilled contractor is already on hand to make inspections, create an estimate and arrange for the right supplies. With labor already on site and ready to go, costs may be lower than if you treated them as fully separate projects.
This also has additional benefits when it comes to clean up since there is one mess instead of two. You also experience less noise and less intrusion when the projects are combined, which is healthier for your home life – something that’s hard to put a price on.
Attic Problems Are More Likely to Be Discovered
Since the roof is right next to your attic, a roofer is likely to notice any significant attic insulation problems. This includes roof damage that may have affected your insulation. Roofers may also notice serious problems like mildew and mold growing on insulation, which need to be fixed quickly. Once these problems are noted, it’s efficient to correct the issue with new attic insulation.
Roofers Can Note Problems With Attic Ventilation
Attic ventilation is one of those features that roofers frequently observe, because they routinely deal with eave and roof vents. It’s also an issue with older or poorly constructed attics: If venting isn’t properly installed, condensation from warm air can build up and create conditions that promote mold and rot. Roofers are in an excellent position to both suggest better venting and install new roof-based attic vents to solve any condensation problems they discover.
Renovations May Require New Attic Insulation
If you are adding new roof space and gables or changing the slope of your roof, your attic insulation will also be affected. A major renovation requires additional insulation or new insulation tactics to keep your house warm and safe.
Your Insulation Requires a Roof Fix
This doesn’t always happen, but sometimes your attic insulation and roof are inseparable. For example, if your attic is protected with rigid foam insulation panels, those are installed right underneath the roof. If you have to remove the roof, you must fix or update the insulation as well. This makes a roof replacement the perfect time to address insulation issues. The same may be true of moisture barriers and other roof-related features.