This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only.
Calculating insulation needed for attic.
Click the button to calculate the depth in inches and pounds of total insulation required for this job.
Input length and width of area to be insulated.
Click the button to calculate the depth in inches and pounds of total insulation required for this job.
Insulation calculation once you have determined which r value you need you can calculate how much insulation you need.
This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only.
First things first you need to go up into your attic inspect the condition of the insulation and calculate the current level of insulation.
Refer to the project guide for more information on determining the right r value for your home.
They are rolled and made of fiberglass and is at least expensive cost.
This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only.
Use these insulation calculators to estimate how much insulation you may need and how much you could save on your energy bills.
For example if you have a type of insulation that has an r value of r 5 per inch of thickness you will need a depth of 6 inches of this insulation installed in your attic to reach r 30 if you live in zones 2 or 3.
The most common form to insulate a home from heat cold and even sound waves is a roll or blanket insulation.
What you do need to know is the recommended r value for your home so that you can use enough material to meet the recommendation.
Click the button to calculate the amount of insulation in square feet and man hours wall and ceiling fiberglass insulation needed for this job.
Greenfiber insulation calculator easy to follow steps for calculating the perfect amount of insulation needed for your project.
The r value for most insulation materials has already been calculated and is displayed on the container so you don t have to know how to calculate it.
Input length width and desired r value of the area to be insulated.
Inspecting your attic insulation.
These r values are a sum meaning this should be the total r value once you add up the entire depth of insulation.