Q: I’ve suspected that animals are nesting in my attic for a while, and recently I’ve noticed lots of squirrel activity in the trees surrounding my roof. Is it possible that I have squirrels in my ...

Squirrels may be cute when they scurry around your yard collecting nuts, but they’re far from it when they burrow into your car engine or even your home. With sharp teeth and exceedingly adept paws, ...

Proper attic insulation is a game-changer for regulating home temperature and reducing energy bills. When soffit venting isn't part of the equation, insulation requires strategic adjustments to ...

Once inside, they go from being a backyard nuisance to a threat to your home's integrity. Have you ever tried to outsmart a persistent squirrel? Countless homeowners have bravely taken on this ...

This past week, I inspected an attic that had poor ventilation. I thought I would pass along items to look for that are caused by poor ventilation. Now would be a great time to check your attic space ...

Q: Even though we have done a good deal of work to increase energy efficiency in our 1960 split-level home in San Carlos, we are having a difficult time keeping the warm air inside the house during ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Proper attic insulation is the best way to prevent heat loss in the winter and retain ...

Most homes built prior to the mid-’70s energy crisis were not properly insulated. The homes that were built after this period until the late ’80s suffer from being sealed so tight as not to allow ...

TLDR: I just need to get them out long enough that they're not stuck inside when we close off the holes and such. What's a good way? So I bought a house that was built in 1855ish. I knew it was going ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you start hearing some small scratching noises coming from your attic, you may have a few new houseguests who have taken up residence.