Been there myself—spent a whole winter convinced my place was haunted by some kind of ice demon. Turns out, drafts and moisture were the culprits, not supernatural forces (bummer, would've made a better story). Sealing up those sneaky air leaks around windows and doors made insulation actually worth the hassle. You're definitely onto something good...just keep reminding yourself how cozy it'll feel when you're done.
Totally agree with sealing up drafts—makes a huge difference. But don't overlook attic insulation either. Heat rises, and if your attic isn't properly insulated, you're basically throwing money out the roof. I'd recommend checking your attic insulation depth (aim for around 12-15 inches of fiberglass or cellulose). Also, sealing attic hatches and recessed lighting fixtures can help a lot. It's a bit of extra work, but trust me, you'll notice the difference once winter hits...and your heating bill arrives.
Good points on the attic insulation, but curious—have you noticed much difference between fiberglass and cellulose? I've heard cellulose settles over time...wondering if that's a real issue or just exaggerated.
"I've heard cellulose settles over time...wondering if that's a real issue or just exaggerated."
Yeah, cellulose does settle a bit, but honestly, it's not as dramatic as some folks make it sound. I've used both fiberglass and cellulose in different properties. Fiberglass is easier to install evenly, but cellulose has better coverage around tricky spots like wiring or ductwork. If you go cellulose, just blow in an extra inch or two initially to offset any settling down the line—problem solved.
"Fiberglass is easier to install evenly, but cellulose has better coverage around tricky spots like wiring or ductwork."
Good point about tricky spots—I'm leaning toward cellulose myself for that reason. But does anyone know if the extra thickness affects ventilation or moisture buildup? Don't wanna trade one issue for another...
