A Guide on How to Install Insulation in a Garage

Garages are an important part of any home. Many people view their garage as just a storage space, thus never properly seal and or hazard-proofing their walls. Many people take on the task of insulating their homes and neglect to insulate their garages. Insulating your garage is a good option to improve energy costs and save money while helping the environment. This article will teach you how to install insulation in a garage.

Installing insulation prevents air seepage and heat transfer between your house and your garage: this means if your house is cold your house stays cold. The benefits of installing insulation are seen in the amount of energy used to heat and cool your home. The affects of installing insulation is so profound that if one wall in your garage is insulated a noticeable drop in energy cost will ensue. Also you should consider insulating ceiling also, especially if the there is bedroom that resides above.

There are two options for insulation: Blow in and Faced batts. Both these options are equally affective however they have different applications. Blow in is necessary if you already have dry wall but no insulation. Faced batts are used when there is no dry wall or dry wall need to be replaced. The one we are going to talk about is faced batt insulation.

Before beginning this project, clear your workspace and remove any obstructions. Keep in mind the insulation is compressed and will expand when the package is opened. So what do you need for this project? A pair of safety goggles, a pair of working gloves especially when working with fiber glass. You will also need faced batts, a staple gun, calking gun, stud finder and drywall.

First thing your going need to do is install your insulation batts into the wall. You must put the batts into the void in the wall and staple the flanges to the inside or face of the stud. (about 12 inches) when using unfaced batts place the insulation into the cavity until its snug fit. Make sure there are no holes at the sides and ends and does not protrude in the back. After this you must seal the cavity up with dry wall (1/2" drywall around the room ceiling may require more) and use a calking gun to seal up the space. After your done inspect your area, make sure everything is sealed off and caulk is around the bottom of the drywall. Inspect your electrical outlets, and any gaps in the garage door for energy efficiency.

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