Your attic door is a hidden source of energy loss. Pull-down stairs and hatches are usually uninsulated and fit loosely over the opening, which leaves a gap between your hot attic and your living space. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, air leakage through attic access doors can be as significant as through a small bedroom vent.
The Draft Master insulator
We install the Draft Master attic stairway insulator. It is an insulated, zippered cover that seals over the attic opening, so hot attic air and dust stay in the attic.
- Blocks drafts and heat. It closes the air path that a loose hatch leaves open.
- Keeps the home cleaner. Less dust and fewer allergens come down from above.
- Easy to use. Need the attic? Unzip it, step in, and zip it closed again.
- A quick, effective upgrade. It is one of the simplest ways to improve efficiency and indoor air quality.
It also pairs well with an insulation upgrade, because there is little point in a deep layer of insulation next to an open hole.