Good insulation can greatly improve your indoor quality of life, and save money. We explain your options.

Insulation will make your home easier and cheaper to heat in winter. Warm indoor temperatures, along with adequate ventilation, make for a drier and healthier place to live.

In this report we discuss insulation options for new and existing homes, explain changes to the building code that affect insulation requirements, and tell you where to get more information.

Note: this report does not contain test results or brand-specific recommendations, but we do compare the price and specifications of 150 types of insulation presently on the market.