The insulation job that pays for itself in two winters
Unsexy, uncomfortable and the single highest-return thing you can do to an old house.
Nobody posts photographs of their attic. It is, nonetheless, where most household heat quietly leaves the building.
Topping up insulation to current depth is a weekend job with rented equipment and a pile of protective gear you will be glad you bought.
Do the air sealing first
Insulation over unsealed gaps underperforms badly. An afternoon with foam and caulk around penetrations changes the result completely.
Households in this region report heating reductions large enough to recover the cost within two winters, sometimes one.
Check for available rebates before starting; several programmes require pre-approval and pay a meaningful share.
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