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Should I use have a vapor barrier with blown insulation?

11/30/2006 09:51 PM rusty71

We are at the insulation stage of our new home. Fairly large home with cathedral ceilings. We have chosen the blown insulation for the majority of our home and the question arose regarding the use of a vapor barrier for the blown insulation. I know the ole plastic trick has been famous for years but is the same true for blown. I am hearing so many sides both pro and con and I am officially confused. Any assistance is appreciated.
I was all over the web and talked with local vendors and contractors and just could not find any consistency to the answer. Does any one really know or is this just a guess?
Appreciate any help and have a great holiday season everyone.


James Straley Chambersburg, Pa (I live in Southern Pa so I also found that location is important as well when deciding on Vapor barriers....aahhhhhhhhhh)

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12/01/2006 12:18 AM Billhart Moderator
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Thanks

12/01/2006 10:23 PM rusty71






 

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