General DIY Attic Insulation

[IschKabibble]

I can fix this for you but you will have to pay me more than @miesha’s taint

It's been so long since I was up there, I can't remember if the boards were screwed or nailed down. If it's nails I'll give you a call.

 

[IschKabibble]

Fuck pulling that shit up. Just lay the new insulation on top of it if they aren't going to use it.

They're also looking to move soon, but I'd feel guilty patching up a shit job with another shit job. If it were only the heat factor, I'd maybe go for it. But I don't want to play around with potential moisture issues.

 

[member 1013]

They're also looking to move soon, but I'd feel guilty patching up a shit job with another shit job. If it were only the heat factor, I'd maybe go for it. But I don't want to play around with potential moisture issues.

You’re in Florida right? Mold and moisture are big issues there, @conor mcgregor nut hugger gave me a presentation all about it

 

[ShatsBassoon]

It's been so long since I was up there, I can't remember if the boards were screwed or nailed down. If it's nails I'll give you a call.

Is it only 1 or 2 ceiling voids? If so I would just cut out the boards along the ceiling joists/trusses if you're not going to be replacing the floor, no need to reinstall. I imagine they wouldve used nails.
A good saw blade will go through nails fairly easily. As long as you go nice and slow you wont break the teeth. Make sure to wear eye protection.

 

[IschKabibble]

You’re in Florida right? Mold and moisture are big issues there, @conor mcgregor nut hugger gave me a presentation all about it

Yes sir. I'm in Orlando. He's in South Florida, which is why his opinion on all things Florida are skewed.

 

[IschKabibble]

Is it only 1 or 2 ceiling voids? If so I would just cut out the boards along the ceiling joists/trusses if you're not going to be replacing the floor, no need to reinstall. I imagine they wouldve used nails.
A good saw blade will go through nails fairly easily. As long as you go nice and slow you wont break the teeth. Make sure to wear eye protection.

You're saving my ass here bud. I appreciate the info.

 

[ShatsBassoon]

They're also looking to move soon, but I'd feel guilty patching up a shit job with another shit job. If it were only the heat factor, I'd maybe go for it. But I don't want to play around with potential moisture issues.

Putting insulation on top makes zero sense and will do fuck all.

 

[member 3289]

Yes sir. I'm in Orlando. He's in South Florida, which is why his opinion on all things Florida are skewed.

How bad does Orlando suck now that Disney World is closed?

It was pretty much the only thing the city had going beforehand

 

[member 1013]

You're saving my ass here bud. I appreciate the info.

He’s a good dude

I just wanted to make money off u

 

[member 3289]

You're saving my ass here bud. I appreciate the info.

I feel I deserve some of the credit for tagging him.

You are welcome.

 

[IschKabibble]

How bad does Orlando suck now that Disney World is closed?

It was pretty much the only thing the city had going beforehand

See what I mean @Lars? Clueless.

Nobody hangs out with locals who regularly go to Disney. They're a special breed of crazy.

 

[Hauler]

may as well leave as is, for all the good insulation on top would do.

Even better.
Crack a beer, OP. You're done!

 

[member 1013]

Even better.
Crack a beer, OP. You're done!

Post your joinery

 

[IschKabibble]

Even better.
Crack a beer, OP. You're done!

Got a solid plan now. Was thinking I may have to pry the boards up and risk damaging the drywall. Circular saw will make for a much easier job.

 

[Hauler]

Post your joinery

Don't tempt me.

 

[member 1013]

Don't tempt me.

I want to see your art!

PM if u want

 

[Hauler]

I want to see your art!

PM if u want

I don't think I have any pics on this phone. I will post some.