What is the best way to air seal the ceiling? Also what type of insulation would be best in a raised heal truss?
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The "best" way to air seal the ceiling is to have somebody come in and spray a couple of inches of foam over the whole thing. Then blow in cellulose on top of that for most cost effective attic insulation.