My attic gets ridiculously hot in summer, like stepping into a sauna. I tried installing a ridge vent and soffit vents last year, and it helped a bit, but still feels way too hot up there. I'm thinking about adding an attic fan or maybe radiant barrier insulation. Has anyone tried these methods, or do you have other tricks that worked better for you?
I put in an attic fan last summer, and honestly, it wasn't the miracle fix I hoped for. It did help move air around, but the attic still felt pretty hot on scorching days. My neighbor swears by radiant barrier insulation though—claims it made a noticeable difference. I'm still skeptical, but might give it a shot if this summer's brutal again...
I tried radiant barrier insulation a couple years back, and honestly, it surprised me. Didn't magically turn the attic into an icebox or anything, but it was noticeably cooler on those brutal afternoons. Worth considering if the fan alone isn't cutting it...
