Signs your attic needs more insulation this summer

Is your upstairs sweltering even though your AC never shuts off? That's one of the clearest signs your attic needs more insulation — and in Northeast Arkansas, July heat makes it obvious fast.

Climate Zone 3, where Jonesboro and Trumann sit, calls for attic insulation between R-38 and R-60 under IRC R402.1.2. Most older homes we inspect are sitting at R-11 to R-19 — barely half of what's recommended. That gap costs you real money every single month.

Here are the big red flags to watch for:
— Upstairs rooms 5–10°F hotter than downstairs
— Energy bills over $180–$220/month in a modest home during June–August
— Insulation that's thin, compressed flat, or has visible gaps around can lights and framing
— You can see the tops of your ceiling joists poking above the insulation
— Ice dams last winter (yes, that's an attic insulation problem too)

If you're under R-30, adding blown-in cellulose or fiberglass to reach R-49 typically runs $1.00–$1.80 per square foot installed — one of the best returns on any home improvement you'll make. Most homeowners in our area recover that cost in energy savings within 2–4 years.

The fix isn't complicated, but the difference is dramatic. Crews can air-seal and bring a 1,200 SF attic up to code in a single day. You'll feel it the same week.

Happy Fourth of July from our crew to yours — stay cool out there! If your upstairs feels like an oven this weekend, reply or DM us for a free attic assessment. We serve Jonesboro, Trumann, Paragould, and surrounding communities.