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Why is there condensation in between 1.5" polyiso board and roxul insulation?
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Feb. 9, 2021
Basements improvements
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Feb. 8, 2021
Basements improvements
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With a raised house how should I insulate underneath?
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Jan. 21, 2021
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Why is there condensation above ground on an interior basement wall?
Posted by Barb Daluisio
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Basements improvements
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Which is the best basement ceiling insulation?
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Basements improvements
Is there any risk to a concrete foundation from adding interior insulation?
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Basements improvements
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Can you insulate a concrete block basement walls with only rockwool?
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Basements improvements
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Why are half of my basement walls are not insulated and should I add insulation?
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Basements improvements
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How should I install XPS insulation in a basement?
Posted by Ken Hunold
Dec. 27, 2020
Basements improvements
Should I install a poly moisture barrier before the rigid foam board against a basement wall?
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Dec. 14, 2020
Basements improvements
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Should I remove the plastic sheet in my cellar?
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Basements improvements
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How do you fix moisture problems in basement?
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Basements improvements
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What is the best way to do a basement renovation?
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Basements improvements
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Does the basement construction information on this website apply to the climates in Canada?
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Basements improvements
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How do insulate a basement slab that is sloped ?
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Nov. 11, 2020
Basements improvements
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Should I vent the space between a block wall and vapor barrier?
Posted by Nick Santore
Oct. 10, 2020
Basements improvements
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What is the best way to finish a basement with exposed pink fiberglass insulation?
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Oct. 6, 2020
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