Infection is common. Mortality has been reported mainly in juveniles and in association with other diseases. Deaths may be related to asphyxiation, excessive bleeding, or brain damage when leeches move into air spaces in the skull. May also predispose to bacterial infection, predation, impede feeding etc. (J1.22.w1, J3.62.w1, J7.28.w1 J7.30.w2, J7.33.w1, B10.26.w1, B15, B36.34.w34, B37.x.w1).
1 For instance, Fixr.com gives an overview of attic insulation costs, which can amount between $400 and $1,800 for the average home. 2  In general, the whole attic insulation will cost between $1.50 and $3.50 per square foot.
Insulating an open attic space is relatively easy if youâre a competent DIYer. Youâll save up to 70% over the cost of a pro. Check to see if you can rent an insulation blower from your local home improvement center or tool rental store. But if the job is more complicated than that, definitely hire a pro to make the installation worthwhile in terms of energy savings. Cost: 30 cents per cubic foot.