Roof Insulation Batts

Blown in insulation requires the least amount of work but requires special tools and equipment.

Roof insulation batts.

In new homes and buildings roof batts should be installed before the roof is added. Fiberglass insulation in rolls or batts can be easily added by the homeowner. Owens corning pink insulation is soft to the touch and easy to install. Cellulose insulation is calculated based on the depth of the blown in insulation.

Modern lean to style extensions on existing homes low profile roof design and restricted roof cavities. Pink batts skillion roof is designed to be used in skillion roof constructions while still achieving the minimum 25mm clearance between the roof underlay and insulation in. In older houses where insulation is more than 15 years old the roof insulation may need to be topped up as gaps and drafts can develop over time. Earthwool insulation comes with inherent fire performance and will not catch fire.

Achieving greater r values in attics the higher the r value the better the thermal performance of the insulation. Installing insulation under roofing material can reduce radiant heat gain. New buildings and retrofits of existing ceilings. Kraft faced insulation has a vapor retarder that helps to control moisture.

Find your zone on the map and then use the chart to determine the level of insulation you need to properly insulate your attic walls floors and crawlspaces. The insulation is completely odourless non hygroscopic and rot proof.