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A worker in protective gear sprays insulation on wooden beams in an unfinished attic, surrounded by exposed framing and a partially insulated wall.

Types of Attic Insulation: Pros and Cons

What’s the best attic insulation? That depends on your definition of “best”. An expert home inspector goes through which attic insulation types work best in specific situations.

A curved white pipe connects to a black vertical pipe, both attached to a wooden wall, indicating plumbing infrastructure in a utility area.

Ask the Home Inspector: Can You Connect ABS to PVC?

Is it ever ok to join ABS to PVC? Learn what one home inspector has to say here

A wooden attic displays exposed beams, with a surface covered in gravel-like material, creating an uneven texture in a dimly lit environment.

5 Things You Need to Know About Vermiculite

If your home was built before 1990, you might have vermiculite insulation in your walls or attic.