- Good call on skipping the DIY route. I watched my neighbor try spray foam himself, and let's just say it wasn't pretty... uneven spots everywhere and cleanup took him days.
- We went pro from the start when building our custom home—definitely pricier upfront, but zero regrets. The quiet during storms alone makes it worth every penny.
- Glad you're enjoying the upgrade; itchy fiberglass is no joke.
- Smart move going pro—I've seen enough DIY insulation disasters to last a lifetime. Had a client once who tried to save money by installing fiberglass himself... ended up calling me in a panic when his attic looked like a cotton candy explosion. Cleanup was brutal. Curious though, anyone here tried cellulose insulation? I've heard mixed things about settling issues over time, but some swear by it for eco-friendly reasons.
"Curious though, anyone here tried cellulose insulation? I've heard mixed things about settling issues over time, but some swear by it for eco-friendly reasons."
Went with cellulose in my custom build last year and honestly, zero regrets. Yeah, there's some settling, but if it's installed right (dense-packed), it's minimal and doesn't really affect performance. Plus, the eco-friendly aspect was a big selling point for me—felt good knowing I wasn't stuffing my attic with itchy pink nightmares. Cleanup horror stories like yours just reinforce why sometimes it's worth paying a pro from the start...
Went cellulose myself about two years ago, and yeah, I'd echo most of what's been said here. The settling thing worried me at first too, but honestly, it's been pretty minor. I did a ton of research beforehand (probably too much, lol), and from what I gathered, the key is really in the installation—dense-packing makes a huge difference.
One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet is the soundproofing benefit. My house is near a busy road, and the cellulose insulation noticeably cut down on traffic noise compared to my old fiberglass setup. Plus, no more itchy arms and coughing fits after poking around up there... definitely don't miss that.
Only downside I ran into was finding a contractor who really knew their stuff. Took a bit of digging around and asking for references, but once I found someone experienced, it was smooth sailing.
Definitely agree with the importance of dense-packing—installation quality makes or breaks cellulose. Another benefit worth mentioning is its moisture management. Unlike fiberglass, cellulose can absorb and release moisture without losing insulation effectiveness, which helps maintain a stable attic environment. I noticed this in my own home; humidity levels felt more consistent after switching. Finding a knowledgeable installer was indeed tricky, but once you do, it's worth every penny... no more itchy weekends spent crawling around up there.
