Top 36 Attics Projects

1. 1. Autumn Maintenance Tips

   DIY Network shares autumn maintenance tips on carbon monoxide detectors, five-in-one tools and attic pest control.

2. 2. How to Install Spacer Blocks for Ceiling Support

   

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   These steps will walk you through the process of adding wood blocking between joists in the attic to resolve a recurring...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 3. Tips on Increasing Attic-Insulation Efficiency

   Houses can lose a lot of heat through the attic space. DIY experts explain how much insulation should be in an attic and...

4. 4. Floating Walls (01:00)

   

5. 5. How to Install a Solar-Powered Attic Fan

   

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   An attic fan can help reduce heat inside a home and overall cooling costs. These step-by-step instructions show how to i...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

6. 6. How to Repair a Roof Leak

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   A roofline leak and an open attic vent are allowing both water and critters to enter this home. Learn how to repair a ro...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

7. 7. How to Install Folding Attic Ladder

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   Many attics are accessible only through small access panels, making them anything but useful. Installing a folding attic...

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 8. How to Install Attic Soffit Vents

   

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   Attics can be cooled down substantially by adding some attic ventilation. One option is the addition of soffit vents. Le...

   Time:

   --

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

9. 9. Transform Your Attic: Windows, Flooring and Walls

   

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   Finishing an attic is an easy way to add space and value to your home. Learn how to transform your attic into usable spa...

   Time:

   --

   Cost:

   --

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

10. 10. How to Replace Missing Attic Insulation

    

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    If your home has a recurring mold problem it may help to add insulation in the attic. Learn how to install missing attic...

    Time:

    --

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

11. 11. Werner Televator (01:02)

    

    Check out a ladder designed for homes with minimal space into their attics.

12. 12. How To Install Soffit Vents

    

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    Soffit vents draw fresh, cool air into a hot attic, greatly reducing the load on your air conditioner.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

13. 13. Attic Insulation Tips

    Home Maintenance host Tim Hockenberry shares tips to prepare your home for the cold winter months.

14. 14. Ventilation and Insulation Basics

    DIY Network offers tips on how to conserve energy and dollars through the proper use of insulation and ventilation &mdas...

15. 15. How to Finish Attic Walls and Ceilings

    

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    In a tight attic space, finishing the walls and ceiling is especially important. Learn how to finish an attic's walls an...

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $500 - $1,000

    Difficulty:

    Moderate