Insulation Guide
Compressed Attic Insulation: Why It Hurts Efficiency
Why compressed insulation loses its R-value, and how to spot it.
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Why Compression Reduces R-Value
Insulation works by trapping air — when it’s compressed by foot traffic, stored items, or age, it loses the trapped air pockets that give it insulating value.
Common Causes Of Compression
Foot traffic during other attic work, boxes and stored items, and simply age and settling over time are the most common causes.
Signs Your Insulation Is Compressed
Visibly thin, flattened insulation in high-traffic areas or uneven cooling between rooms are both signs worth having assessed.
Fixing The Problem
Adding fresh insulation to restore proper depth, and addressing what caused the compression in the first place, both matter for a lasting fix.
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