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The History Of Insulation & Why It Is A Requirement In Homes

Every now and then, an Alabama homeowner in the midst of renovations will discover antique newspapers stuffed inside the walls of the house. From a period spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, newspapers were a cheap method of insulating a house. They were not especially effective, but fuel costs were low, and Alabamans …

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How To Understand When Attic Insulation Can Be Mixed

Mud, asbestos, and old newspapers have been used through the centuries as insulation. We do not recommend any of those Old World solutions when considering new attic insulation for your Birmingham-area home. But we can advise you on cost-effective mixing of old and new insulation to gain energy efficiency and lower cooling bills.  Can You …

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