Local Attic Insulation Regulations
Properly insulating your home is one of the best ways to reduce energy waste and make your home more comfortable. Low attic insulation levels and air leaks cause your heating and cooling systems to work harder, wasting money and making your home less energy efficient. This is why ENERGY STAR recommends that you upgrade your attic insulation to meet current codes and standards.Go here :https://insulateitfl.com/
The minimum attic insulation required in New York State is determined by the 2020 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York (ECCNY), based on the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). You can find the proper R-value for your climate zone using the map and tables in the IECC and reference the ECCNY to see the requirements specific to the building.
Local Attic Insulation Regulations: What Homeowners Need to Know Before Installing
In vented attics, baffles or retainers shall be installed to prevent loose-fill insulation from spilling into living spaces from lower to higher areas of the attic and from attics covering conditioned space to unconditioned spaces in the house. The baffles or retainers shall maintain a net free area opening equal to or greater than the size of the vent and shall not interfere with the ductwork of the house.
Whether you want to do the work yourself or hire a contractor, there are many options for ENERGY STAR-certified insulation and other products that help reduce air leaks. Check out our ENERGY STAR DIY resources to learn more about the different types of insulation, the projects they are best suited for, and the relative skill level needed to install them. You may also be able to take advantage of Federal tax credits and utility rebates that can make your project more affordable.
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