When you live in a house with two or more stories, maintaining even temperatures throughout the residence can prove challenging. Some upstairs rooms may feel too warm, while others on lower levels remain chilly. Here’s what home insulation contractors recommend to solve temperature irregularities and enjoy a more comfortable residence.

5 Tips for Multilevel Home Temperature Regulation

1. Check Air Ducts & Filters

Schedule a ductwork inspection that looks for leaks and blockages affecting air circulation throughout your home. The bigger gap or obstruction, the harder it is for air to reach assorted rooms.

Get your ducts cleaned and sealed, and check the HVAC air filters. Clogged filters restrict airflow and, like leaking or clogged ducts, cause energy bills to increase.

2. Install Ceiling Fans

Use ceiling fans to promote efficient air circulation throughout the second and third stories of your residence. Hot air rises while cold air falls, so ceiling fans help keep these levels cool. They also help you and your family members remain comfortable by promoting moisture evaporation on the skin.

3. Add Insulation

Insulate your home to contain the air within it. Attic insulation, for example, keeps hot air from escaping and prevents cold-weather issues like ice dams.

Depending on the severity of your temperature issue, you may want wall insulation as well. Two-story homes often lack sufficient attic insulation or have radiant barriers or vaulted ceilings that interfere with home comfort. 

4. Apply Caulk to Windows

Prevent window heat loss or gain by applying caulk or weatherstripping around the frames. Any gaps contribute to temperature imbalances. If your windows are older and experience issues opening and condensation between the panes, consider installing new, energy-efficient windows that help your home stay sealed.

5. Use a Zoned HVAC System

Control the temperature in sections of your house with a zoned heating and cooling system. The system divides your home into two or more zones and features multiple thermostats so you can adjust the temperature as you wish. If your upper stories get uncomfortably hot, for example, you can keep them cool without turning your ground floor into an icebox.

Schedule insulation services with All Season Insulation LLC to enjoy even temperatures. Serving Cincinnati and Dayton, OH, as well as northern Kentucky, this company offers a variety of insulation services and provides senior and military discounts. Call (513) 316-7622 to schedule a free estimate, and learn more about products online. Get additional home comfort tips on Facebook.