How To Work In An Attic

Not only to do your work but also so you can move safely.

How to work in an attic.

While i m sure there s a manual out there somewhere on the subject in my 28 years i haven t found one. All too often your shadow will fall on the area you want to work on so extra lighting will make the job. The key to any successful home improvement project is adequate planning. Gather all your tools and supplies before you begin to minimize trips in and out of the attic.

If your attic has lighting then you re all set. Robert from winnipeg manitoba asks about the safety of walking around in his attic first let s be sure not to fall into the room below. Tips for working in the attic have a plan in place. Be sure that the work area is well lit by using a drop light and keep a flashlight handy.

If your home is smaller than other homes in your area or simply lacks the necessary amount of storage or living space for your family finishing your attic is a relatively inexpensive way to increase your usable space. No one wants a tripping hazard. However if you re using a work light string the cord so that it is out of your way. In fact if you were to conduct any sort of maintenance work then the discomfort and helplessness will be clear and evident.

If you are not going to remove the insulation you. Work in the attic early in the morning or late in the evening when the outside temperature is lower and the sun is not directly overhead. If you were to remove all the insulation you would see the drywall or plaster of the ceiling below nothing more. Fortunately this is the problem we will try to address today.

It is held in place by the ceiling joists which inside the attic become the floor joists. You see insulating the attic doesn t just come with comfort. You have to be able to see. 2 drink plenty of water prior to working in the attic.

Prepare to get dirty. Converting your attic into usable finished space can increase the value of your home by maximizing the available square footage.