When your attic is drafty, it likely means that the porous walls are affecting more than the comfort of your home’s interior — your energy efficiency and utility bills are likely to be impacted as well. After you schedule an appointment with an insulation specialist, there are three simple prep steps you can take to ensure the process goes smoothly and quickly. Here are the best practices to perform before the technicians arrive. 

How to Prep Your Attic for an Insulation Appointment

1. Clean Up Beforehand

To properly apply the insulation, the technicians will need to be able to move freely through the space, which is much more difficult if the attic is messy or overly cluttered. Tidy the room before they arrive. If you use the room as a storage space, box up various smaller items and pile them in the center of the room so they’re easier to put a tarp over. You may need to remove items and keep them on lower floors of your home temporarily. 

2. Check the Lighting

Since your attic likely isn’t visited often, check the lighting situation in your attic. The brighter the room is, the more precise the technician can be during installation. Make sure that any light fixtures in your attic have bulbs. If your attic features windows, make sure they’re clean and free from obstructions to let the sun in. 

3. Prep the Entryway

Not all attics have a drop-down staircase, but if yours uses that mechanism, set it up before the technician arrives. Make sure it’s steady and secure, and that all the steps are sturdy. If you have an attic hatch, ask your professional about air sealing and insulating it as well as your attic walls and floors for added protection against heat loss. 

If your attic needs insulation, reach out to Insulation Solutions of CT in East Hartford. This certified and experienced contractor will help you fortify your home against the elements, lowering your monthly bills and improving your comfort. To set up an appointment, call (860) 586-8111. Check out this company’s website to learn more about them and the array of services they offer.