SWS Detail: 4.0103.2 Accessible Attic - Loose Fill Installation, 4.0103.4 Accessible Attic - Loose Fill Over Existing Insulation,
Author: Dalton
Existing attic
Attic properly prepared for installation of insulation.
Remove all debris that won't allow the insulation to touch the attic floor or stay at a consistent depth.
All vented soffits need to be baffled to the exterior side of the top plate with a 1" clearance from roof deck extending at least 6" above the depth of insulation to be installed.
Verify the following: all electrical boxes have a cover, knob and tube is not energized or is baffled around, and flags are installed at all utility junctions that can be seen above the final level of the insulation.
At a minimum of 1 per 300 square feet, depth rulers need to be installed with the bottom touching the attic floor.
Follow steps for Air Seal and Dam Hi Temp Attic Penetrations