I Noticed From The Repair That A Section Of Drywall Had Been Replaced

Entering the hallway I noticed from the repair that a section of drywall had been replaced.

The repair was obvious.  Not a bad job, but at the angle I hold my flashlight it was easy to see.

Of course, when that happens, I need to look at it from the attic space.

And what had been replaced was very evident from the attic side!

There was no insulation!

I'm not sure what the plastic dam all around the hole was all about.

If that was to contain the insulation once put back in then they never got to doing that.

So, now would be a good time!

Not a very hot day out the attic wasn't very hot either.  Still, this can be instructive for buyers.

Having a look at it with Mighty Mo still had information.

Choosing a palette that really brings out the disparity of temperatures, this is what that uninsulated spot looked like.

Imagine how hot or cold it can get there depending on the season!

Heat seeks cold, and even though there is only about an eight degree difference between the uninsulated spot and the ambient temperature in the house, it is still quite visible.

Even thought that spot represents a small area it can influence the entire hallway to make it feel warmer or colder.  In winter it will feel like walking through a cold area that suddenly warms up again!

My recommendation:  when people see a photo of a location without insulation they think it's just a small area so that won't be a so big a problem.  Then, when a thermal image shows what such a spot can look like it really teaches a lesson.  Comfort is comfort.  A lack of comfort is a lack of comfort.  There was another similar spot over the kitchen that would prove to be as influential when really hot or cold.  These places of missing insulation are easily fixed, and it is an important thing to do.