CR's guide to home insulation will help you decide where and how to install the right type of insulation for the best results ...

Insulation is a key component for home heating and cooling efficiency, which is why it is commonly installed in the walls and attics of most new homes and regularly replaced in existing homes.

You've probably heard of foam being used to cover flat roofs on many Arizona homes. It's roofing that keeps out rain but also reflects heat. Foam also plays a big role in insulating many newly built ...

According to the Insulation Institute, fully 90 percent of today’s American homes are underinsulated. That’s really too bad, because insulating your house is one of the greenest moves you can make.

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. If your roof has a shallow ...

Where Is Home Insulation Useful? Because warm air rises, the attic is the best place to start, particularly for those in colder climates. But any living space that’s adjacent to the outdoors or, say, ...

Often, though, homeowners simply don’t know enough about insulation: Where to install it and which type is best. That’s why we’re presenting a primer on insulation ratings of common materials, and the ...

According to the Insulation Institute, fully 90 percent of today’s American homes are underinsulated. That’s really too bad, because insulating your house is one of the greenest moves you can make.