- Had cellulose blown-in quoted too, but honestly couldn't justify the extra cost.
- Ended up DIY-ing fiberglass batts with proper staples and strapping—been solid 3 yrs now.
- Sometimes pricier isn't always necessary if installed carefully...
Fiberglass batts can definitely work if you're meticulous with the install, as you've clearly been. I've seen plenty of DIY jobs outperform pricier alternatives simply because the homeowner took their sweet time and paid attention to details. But just a heads-up—keep an eye out for settling or moisture issues down the line. Usually not a big deal if your attic ventilation is solid, but worth checking every now and then...better safe than sorry, right?
I went the fiberglass batt route myself last year and spent probably way too many weekends up there making sure everything was just right. Curious though, have you noticed any temperature swings or humidity changes in your attic since the install? I've been checking mine pretty regularly because I did notice some condensation around the soffits initially. Turned out my ventilation wasn't as great as I thought, so I had to tweak a couple of things—added a few extra vents and adjusted my baffles. All seems good now, but it made me wonder how often others actually run into moisture issues with fiberglass long-term. Did your sci-fi inspection report mention anything specific about airflow or venting recommendations?
"Turned out my ventilation wasn't as great as I thought, so I had to tweak a couple of things—added a few extra vents and adjusted my baffles."
Had a similar issue here. Thought fiberglass would be straightforward, but ended up chasing moisture problems for months. Inspector's report recommended extra ridge venting... skeptical at first, but it actually worked out.
- Been there myself—ventilation issues can be sneaky.
- Good call on the ridge vents, they're underrated imo.
- Glad you got it sorted, moisture probs are no joke...