Insulate the attic

  • Erstellt am 2016-07-28 14:04:39

Pfälzer

2016-07-28 14:04:39
  • #1
Hello home builders and renovators :)

I also found my way to the house-building forum because I currently need some advice here and there,
and I am also happy to offer advice if I can help.

To get straight to the point:
Our house has now stood for 6 years, and it’s time to properly finish the attic, which will then be used as storage space for boxes/suitcases etc.
Our construction company, which ultimately filed for bankruptcy, in my opinion did not do a good job, meaning the attic was poorly insulated.
You can see this now in the half-finished attic. As I see it as a layman, the vapor barrier was carelessly installed behind the drywall in the ceiling area. Unfortunately not 100% tight, as some overlaps are opening up. The insulation was installed between the rafters, partially already falling out again. Now my question about our attic project:

Can it be left as it is, or do I need to change something about the roof insulation?
Does it make sense to install another vapor barrier in front of the existing insulation?
I recall that the vapor barrier is supposed to go directly in front of the insulation.

I have closed off about one fifth of the attic with OSB chipboards so that the chimney sweep can safely reach the window exit, and partly also to temporarily store suitcases, boxes, and tiles.

My goal in the near future is to make the attic completely usable as a walkable space for more storage and to properly insulate and panel the roof or floor.

I look forward to helpful information so that in 5-10 years I don’t have moldy insulation etc. and have to start over.

Thanks and best regards from the beautiful Palatinate!
Dennis

P.S.: Pictures attached!

 

Legurit

2016-07-28 14:57:41
  • #2
Your project is prone to errors.
 

garfunkel

2016-07-28 17:37:33
  • #3
I would consult a specialist. A broken vapor barrier is not something to be careless about.
 

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