What kraft-faced insulation means
Kraft-faced insulation is a fiberglass batt with a paper facing on one side that acts as a vapor retarder and has flanges for stapling.
Where it matters on a insulation job
The facing usually goes toward the heated side in cold climates, but some climates call for unfaced batts instead. Check the local vapor retarder rule before ordering, since the wrong batt is an easy inspection fail.
What it costs
The attic insulation cost guide has the typical job at $2,500 and the usual range at $1,700 to $3,250. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The insulation cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
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- Cost guide: Attic insulation cost
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