How does SuperPerf Radiant Barrier Help With Ice Dams on My Roof?
As I talk about on the AtticFoil® site, adding a radiant barrier inside your attic can usually REDUCE the possibility of ice damming. Ice damming …
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Does Radiant Barrier Damage Roof Shingles?
People often ask us, “If I install a radiant barrier on my roof, won’t it overheat the roof and cause damage to my roof shingles?” Watch …
Bed and Breakfast says radiant barrier “helped tremendously”
Older homes can often offer challenges when trying to effectively cool the upper floors during the high heat of summer. Eben Bryant, owner of Lane …
New Video=>SUMMER HEAT – It’s coming. What’s your defense?
Think of your home as one big refrigerator – would you put it in the shade or in the sun? Of course you would put …
Hot Rooms In My House – When All Else Fails – Part 2
Sometimes you just have to throw in the towel. In the home comfort business this occasionally happens. If you have a hot, uncomfortable room there …
Hot Rooms In My House – How To Make Them More Comfortable – Part 1
One of the most frustrating problems is having comfort issues with a particular room in your home. These are rooms that you can NEVER get …
Why is duct sealing so important?
Everyday people ask me what is the single biggest thing they can do to improve efficiency and comfort in their home. I usually ask a …
Perforated vs. Solid Radiant Barrier Products. What is a vapor barrier and why does it matter?
There is some debate in the radiant barrier business whether to use a perforated or a solid radiant barrier product in an attic application. In …
New Video=>Attic Insulation and Radiant Barrier Work Together in Cold Weather To Keep Homes Warm and Energy Efficient
WOW, it’s been cold lately. Not surprisingly, I’ve received a bunch of calls and emails from people wanting more information on how installing a radiant …
The Effect of Radiant Barriers on Shingle Temperatures. Am I going to BAKE my shingles?
One common question or concern about installing a radiant barrier is whether it will cause the shingles to heat up and get damaged or shorten …