Homemade Attic Baffles

Durovent with baffle attic vent channel.

Homemade attic baffles.

Putting baffles in your attic is a crucial step in installing attic insulation. Go to your local supply store and purchase a deep plastic bowl. More buying choices 173 89 4 new offers accuvent 22 5 x 41 24 o c flame retardant pvc attic vent 50 pack acbp11739. Sometimes called rafter vents baffles provide ventilation and keep the insulation from blocking airflow through your attic.

Surprisingly even the most well insulated attic space may still require the assistance of attic baffles to provide the additional air circulation. It is a fairly easy process that will make a world of difference in assisting your insulation and keeping your home protected from rot which can save you a substantial amount of money down. The rigid foam is cut to be 2 inches wider than the space between rafters then 1 inch of foam is scored and folded over on either side of the foam creating standoffs that hold the foam away from the roof sheathing providing a space for air to flow. This particular install only required one vbaffle p.

The beauty of attic baffles is that they are available from most home improvement stores and can be installed simply with a few staples if you want the diy approach. Cut the lip off of the container to make it difficult for squirrels to. If they begin to do this it s time to make a homemade squirrel baffle. These attic baffles are lightweight easy to install and provide excellent airflow.

Our cardboard attic baffles come with bendable tabs to fit within a truss. Baffles provide a channel for air to flow through certain parts of the attic. The baffle may then be stapled to the truss to hold them in place. Baffles should fit snugly between your rafters and extend from just over the vent at the wall plate up the rafter.

4 3 out of 5 stars 7. You don t want the squirrels to start treating your bird feeders like their home and we understand that. Product information size name 16 x 23 technical details. Baffles are also called wind baffles venting chutes rafter vents or insulation baffles.

4 4 out of. The secret is a homemade cutting jig that holds a utility knife blade. Rafter baffles are sheets of plastic foam or cardboard that fit between the rafters in your attic to prevent moisture accumulation and add insulation to your home.