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Thanks John! I agree about not blowing in insulation. I know this isn't very scientific, but was thinking what if i lit a stick on incense in the attic and turned on the heater after about 10 minutes. Wouldn't that tell me if i am sucking any air from the attic?

Would i be ok to fix electrical issues, make sure i am not drafting from attic at all and blow in a foot of insulation? Thanks for your response.

Also the vapor barrier is facing up, which should go down right?

I have searched and read all i can about possible asbestos contained vermiculite insulation in the attic. I am in the process of winterizing my home and decided to check out the attic. This will be our second winter in this house. I know i needed more insulation up there so i scoped out what i have. I found some vermiculite looking stuff with fiberglass bats over it. The kicker and scary part is our furnace is in the attic. I heat mostly with wood but do use the heater when a fire is not burning. Am i filling my home with that dust and possible asbestos fiber? I know it costs a small fortune to have removed, do i have any other options, and is my family in any danger from this? I know its worst case scenario and i may be a bit paranoid, but this has me really freaked out. I know i need to do something about this electrical too. Thanks for any replies. Click to Enlarge 108.62 KB Click to Enlarge 59.51 KB Click to Enlarge 40.43 KB