Insulation Calculator

Calculate the R-Value your Utah attic needs to protect your roof.

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Skyridge Ricky's Pro Tip: Insulation Saves Shingles

"Most people think insulation is just for the heating bill. Nope! In a Utah summer, your attic can hit 150 degrees. If you don't have enough R-value, that heat cooks your shingles from the bottom up, making them brittle and prone to wind damage. I can tell a poorly insulated house just by looking at how fast the shingle granules are shedding!"

Attic Floor Area (sq ft)

Utah Region

Estimated Current R-Value

Fiberglass is roughly R-2.5 per inch. Cellulose is R-3.5.

Common Insulation Mistakes in Utah

Blocking the Soffits

I see this weekly. Homeowners add more insulation but blow it right over the intake vents. This suffocates the roof and causes massive ice dams. Always use baffles!

Ignoring the Air Leaks

Insulation is like a blanket, but air leaks are like holes in that blanket. You must seal the "top plates" and wire holes with foam before you add more pink stuff.

In Utah, we recommend aiming for at least **R-49** in the valleys and **R-60** if you're up in the mountains. This isn't just about staying warm; it's about creating a "Cold Roof" during the winter.

A cold roof deck prevents snow from melting and refreezing into ice dams. If you have icicles longer than a foot, your insulation is failing you.

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