Q. We own a 13-year-old Cape Cod-style home. About five years ago, we installed an access into the small bit of attic space above the upstairs hallway. When we made the cut into the attic space, all ...

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Question: I opened the attic access panel in my closet to get a box and the heat was intense. There is attic insulation so is this increasing our cooling costs? If so, how can I reduce the heat?

If you're buying a new construction home and the construction permit was pulled on or after Feb. 14, 2015, the attic access panel is supposed to be weatherstripped. If it isn't, I recommend asking ...