What to Avoid and what to Include?

Items to Avoid

  • Do not let insulation contact non-IC-rated light fixtures, combustion exhaust venting, or chimneys. Refer to the air sealing procedures provided in the previous pages of this section for details.

Items to Incorporate

  • Ensure all roof/attic ventilation openings are clear of insulation and debris.
  • Install the insulation to achieve a continuous, non-compressed blanket of insulation.