Should You Let People Insulate Your Attic With Cellulose? The Truth about the “Recycled Paper” Trap

A conceptual visualization of recycled paper cellulose insulation and its weight impact on attic joists.

If you are standing in your driveway and a contractor is trying to sell you a “green” attic upgrade, they are probably pitching cellulose. It sounds like a win. You use recycled newsprint to keep your house warm and save the planet. Most homeowners wonder, “Should I let people insulate my attic with cellulose?” before … Read more