Specification

The Energy Guardian® R-38
Standard Pull Down Ladder Cover
The Energy Guardian® R-38 Pull-Down Ladder
Cover insulates and seals attic pull down ladders of
virtually all sizes while also providing easy access to
the attic for the homeowner. The unit is installed in
the attic and creates a cavity for the ladder to fold into
when the ladder is not in use. When assembled, the kit
has the following outside dimensions: 17.75” H x 33”
W x 61” L (inside dimension are 10” H x 27” W x 55”
L).
Uses
The Energy Guardian® R-38 Pull Down Ladder Kit
acts like an exterior door, closing the gap in the building
thermal barrier created by attic stair units in existing as
well as newly constructed residential housing, causing
reduced energy costs in both hot and cold weather.
The product is designed to cover any attic ladder in open
spaced attics. For attics with truss roofed construction,
refer to The Energy Guardian® Truss Pull Down Ladder
Kit.
When properly installed, the system will stop a major
source of energy loss in both hot and cold weather,
improve the comfort of the home, save on both heating
and cooling costs and eliminate a major cause of ice
damming and mold.
Product Attributes
The Energy Guardian® R-38 Standard Pull Down
Ladder Kit is a system made of high density expanded
polystyrene. This material is safe, emits virtually no off
gassing and provides increased insulating value as the
outside temperature decreases. (See table on reverse)
The Kit has an R-38 insulating value. Accessory packs
are available to increase the R-Value to R-49 or higher
in order to meet any local requirements.
The patented design of the Kit provides several
important advantages:
• As an assembled system, it meets all requirements of
the 2009 & 2012 editions of the International Energy
Conservation Code (IECC), International Residential
Code (IRC) and other Federal and State mandates. It
contains both the high insulating value and durable
air seal needed to stop the energy loss due to the attic
access.
• The separate frame provides the required wood or
equivalent protective barrier.
• The lid contains a depending section that ts into the
frame to help ensure an air-tight seal. This innovative
design provides a more effective and very durable
solution. It replaces legacy sealing and securing
methods such as straps, gasketing and zippers.
• 10 inches of clearance to accommodate the folded
ladder
• Lightweight lid for use by all ages
• Fast, easy installation
• The kits are made in the USA
ESS Energy Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 400
Paoli, PA 19335