Spec PlanJ: Insulation

spec plan-J: insulation

Spec Plan J: Insulation

Identify areas of the home that needs insulation:

— in the attic
— under crawlspace
— all exterior walls
— under floors exposed to basements or garage area

— garages
— basements
— between rooms for sound barrier

Insulation is measured by its R-value, not its thickness. Insulation with a higher R-value is more efficient.

Required R-values may vary for walls, ceilings, attics, etc.

• Understanding R-value:
  what is R-value
  R-value chart

 

Types of insulation to consider:

 

Also consider "weatherizing components" that can save energy costs:

 

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From howstuffworks.com:

• learn about insulation:
  about insulation

spec plan-J: insulation

Getting Started

Step 1: develop the plan

• take a completed draft of the Insulation spec sheet to your architect or planner, who will can customize a remodeling plan or revise an existing plan that meets your specs.
• use your spec sheet and floor plan to bid the construction project out to contractors

insulation spec sheet

 

Step 2: get required building permits

• It will either be up to you or the contractor to obtain each permit.
  all about permits
• Check with your local jurisdiction regarding site and change permits:
  local government for permit information
• It would be good idea to purchase as reference an illustrated building code book to make sure your project is up to code:
  • building codes illustrated

 

Step 3: find pre-screened contractors and other service providers

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spec plan-J: insulation

Planning Forms plan and budget insulation needs and specs. spec plan for insulation spec budgeting worksheet DYI estimates selecting your contractor contractor evaluation sheet working with your contractor managing your contractor Quick scroll to key resources below: energy saving topics analyze HVAC utilities what's needed for green savings

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