a room or unfinished space directly beneath the roof of a building
bought a charming Victorian house with a garret that she hoped to turn into a writing room
Tips to Prevent Pipes from Freezing Insulation is key in preventing frozen pipes, which means plumbing in areas like attics, exterior walls, outdoor pipes, and crawl spaces, will likely require extra insulation.
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Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
Once inside, mice can nest behind walls, in insulation, or in attics, remaining hidden while continuing to reproduce.
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