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Old 07-06-2023, 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Toymeister View Post
Multiple studies place radiant barrier savings at 3% of your electric bill during cooling months.

In other words, no it is not economic to install radiant barrier.
This may be true but I can tell you it makes a Huge difference in my home. Our homes in Osceola Hills had this barrier installed when the homes were built at that time. My friend in Fenney doesn't have the barrier and the temperature difference in the attic is significant.