Attic Insulation

Upgrading your home insulation can provide year-round benefits to Maine homeowners, like improved comfort and lower energy bills. However, the one area where new insulation can have some of the greatest impact on your home is in the attic—which could be responsible for a wide range of inefficiencies throughout your entire home. 

Evergreen Home Performance offers high-performance attic insulation services throughout Portland and Coastal Maine. We’re a team of home efficiency specialists that can help solve numerous issues in your home, from ice dams every winter to stuffy rooms in the summer.

How Attic Insulation Works

Insulation works similarly to a down jacket by preventing heat transfer in and out of your home and stabilizing indoor temperatures throughout the entire year. In the winter, attic insulation keeps naturally rising indoor heat from escaping through your roof, while in the summer it keeps unwanted outside heat from seeping down into your home.

Investing in professional attic insulation can provide many advantages to Maine homes, including:

• Enhanced home comfort - Attic insulation helps your whole home maintain more consistent temperatures by eliminating indoor drafts and stuffy rooms.  

• Greater HVAC performance - By reducing unnecessary wear & tear, attic insulation helps maximize your HVAC efficiency and can extend the lifespan of your system.  

• Lower heating & cooling costs - Improving your attic insulation strengthens your home’s thermal barrier to improve efficiency and reduce energy usage.

• Ice dam prevention - Attic insulation plays a crucial role in protecting your home from ice dams, which can lead to several home health safety and indoor health issues. 

• Improved moisture control - Attic insulation in conjunction with air sealing helps prevent mold in the attic and your living spaces.

Enhance Attic Insulation with Air Sealing

While insulation protects your home from unwanted heat transfer, it can’t do much against airflow. Gaps and cracks are common in attics, but they can lead to significant energy loss, inconsistent temperatures, and many other issues in a home. This is why the team at Evergreen Home Performance always recommends air sealing upgrades in tandem with attic insulation. In the summer, air sealing your attic will prevent hot outside air from infiltrating your second floor and help keep your upstairs rooms more comfortable. In the winter, attic air sealing will help prevent mold growth and ice dams from forming on your roof, protecting your home from structural damage. 

What is a Conditioned Attic?

A conditioned attic is an attic space that is insulated and air sealed to become an additional living space in your home. Unlike traditional, unconditioned attics that are subject to extreme temperature fluctuations, a conditioned attic maintains a more stable temperature. This is achieved by applying insulation along the roofline instead of just on the attic floor. 

Conditioning your attic is particularly beneficial for homeowners that want to use the space as climate-controlled storage or want to eventually turn the area into a livable space. They’re also a good choice for homes where HVAC equipment or ductwork is located in the attic to ensure protection from the elements and peak efficiency. Our team is experienced with conditioned attics and can help turn the area into a comfortable and protected space for your family.

The Best Type of Insulation for Attics

We offer several types of insulation for attics, and our team of efficiency experts can help determine which option is best for your home’s specific needs.   

Blown-in Cellulose Insulation

Cellulose is most often what we use for attic insulation in Portland and Coastal Maine homes. It is an eco-friendly, non-toxic insulation material made from recycled newspaper that has been treated with boric acid to be resistant to fire, mold, and pests. Cellulose insulation is installed either in loose form or densely packed to minimize air leakage, making it a good choice for both homeowners who use their attic spaces and those who don’t.

Air Sealing with Spray Foam Insulation

Before installing cellulose insulation, our insulation specialists will apply spray foam to any holes, cracks, and gaps to eliminate air leakage. This vital step helps your attic insulation work more effectively and is critical in preventing ice dams from forming on your roof.

Save on Attic Insulation with Rebates & Tax Credits

Because attic insulation is such a crucial component in improving your home’s efficiency, it’s eligible for several incentives. Portland area homeowners qualify for Efficiency Maine attic insulation rebates up to $8,000 as well as federal insulation tax credits through the Inflation Reduction Act covering 30%, with a maximum of $1,200, for qualifying expenses. Incentive programs are often changing, so the best way to know exactly how much you can save is by reaching out to Evergreen Home Performance. 

Start Experiencing the Benefits of Attic Insulation

We believe that Mainers deserve top-quality insulation solutions for reliable indoor comfort and year-round energy savings. This is why the Evergreen Home Performance team has been helping Portland and Coastal Maine homeowners since 2006. We start every project with a free consultation to get to know your home and its specific needs in order to provide the most reliable solutions available. Having trouble staying comfortable in your home? Reach out to our team today. 

Schedule a free attic insulation consultation today. Call 207-594-2244 or contact us online to get started.