Attic fans offer one way to improve attic ventilation, which helps homes stay cool in steamy summers and even prevents ice ...

Proper attic insulation is a game-changer for regulating home temperature and reducing energy bills. When soffit venting isn't part of the equation, insulation requires strategic adjustments to ...

Homeowners often ask if a vapor barrier is necessary for optimizing attic insulation and protecting their homes from moisture-related damage. The answer, however, isn’t one-size-fits-all. Factors like ...

Why is attic ventilation such a big deal? You hear the Guys talk about it incessantly, especially this time of year. Most often, in the Midwest, the attic is considered unconditioned space, meaning ...

If you are looking for ways to reduce heat in your home by adding insulation, a radiant barrier or fans, hold off – there’s a better way. Homeowners tend to think that by cooling down the attic, the ...

Q: We're about to have a new shingle roof installed, but our roofing contractor says out attic is not adequately vented. We currently have a ridge vent and a power exhaust fan on the roof, but our ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Question: The drywall in my house separates from the ceiling and opens a gap of a quarter-inch in the winter. In early spring the gap closes completely and stays that way until late fall. The drywall ...