In rare cases especially in new construction homes the attic may have been built unfinished with the correct flooring in place with the idea that the homeowner could later on finish the space.
Florida finish attic.
A contractor or a local building.
In most cases though the joists cannot support live loads and may not even be covered with boards.
If your insulation is even with or below your attic s floor joists you don t have enough insulation.
Enforcement varies but codes typically say that at least half of a finished attic must be at least 7 feet high and that this area must be a minimum of 7 feet wide and 70 square feet.
Every attic is different but a few established norms and practices will guide your renovation.
If you don t have enough use a measuring tape to measure the depth of the insulation in your attic.
Why insulation for the attic is a must have in fl homes posted by wattson on apr 18 2017 insulation in your walls floors and ceilings helps to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Follow the rule of 7s.