How effective are the different attic ventilation methods? I read mixed reviews, and many have a commercial bias.

— Alan Speed Houston, TX

Answered by Danny Kelly on March 25, 2010

My soffits are covered with insulation. Do I remove all insulation over the soffits or push it back and put sleeves in?

— wendy ashby Davenport, IA

Answered by Erik Henry on March 8, 2010

Is it okay to have the insulation baffles 24" away from the blown insulation?

— Geoffrey Castro

Answered by Scott Liljedahl LEED GA on February 26, 2010

Roof venting in finished attic space?

— David Popoff

Answered by Gary Shlifer LEED AP+ H, LEED AP+ BD&C on January 21, 2010

We are building a new home with metal roof and foam insulation under the metal. Do we need to conditon the air in the attic with the HVAC?

— Doug Hisken

Answered by Gary Shlifer LEED AP+ H, LEED AP+ BD&C on January 21, 2010

Adding attic insulation

— Matthew Tannehill

Answered by Andrea Foss on January 21, 2010

Should attic insulation extend into the eave soffits?

— Ralph Fumante Jr., Oyster Bay Cove, NY

Answered by Jesse Terzi on April 23, 2009

How can I improve my uninsulated attic for more efficient heating and cooling?

— Lester, Portland, Ore.

Answered by Mick Dalrymple on August 7, 2008

How can I improve my roof's venting?

— Vic

Answered by Mick Dalrymple on March 6, 2008

 

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