New Release: Retrofitting Vented Attics
NAIMA has just released a new publication, Retrofitting Vented Attics: Solutions That Work. The guide details how to properly insulate vented attics while allowing proper air flow through various types of vents, including soffit, ridge, box/slant, gable, turbine, and power…
Habitat’s Blueprint for Smarter Housing
While home affordability has risen to the top of the national challenges list in recent years, Habitat for Humanity has been tackling the issue for nearly 50 years to benefit low-income families. Insulation Institute recently talked with Adrienne Goolsby, Habitat…
Rachel Wagner’s Quest to Fix What’s Broken in Housing
New home construction defects are far too common in residential buildings. According to a white paper from Professional Warranty Service Corporation, 25 percent of new homes may experience some form of structural defect, and most latent defects appear between the…
Four Ways Insulation Creates Homes that Last, Save, and Sustain
Insulation does more than keep homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer. It is the foundation of resilient, affordable, environmentally friendly, and sustainable living. As the national dialogue around housing affordability grows, it’s worth noting these four…
Report Shows Interest in Energy Efficiency Growing
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) recently released its 2025 Residential Sustainability Report, showing increasing interest in home energy efficiency. Consumer interest in residential energy efficiency isn’t new, as efficiency tops the list of most desired features in a home.…
