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Do you have recommendations for radon sealing basement concrete & installing new flooring?

Posted by M N Sept. 1, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

Can basement walls to dry to the inside with foam board?

Posted by Tim Hanrahan Aug. 20, 2020 Basements improvements 7 responses

The thickness of vapor retarding latex paint - Is measurement wet or dry?

Posted by Kim Boas July 24, 2020 Basements improvements 3 responses

How would I rectifiy problem of foundation wall cracks with finished basement?

Posted by Terry P July 22, 2020 Basements improvements 3 responses

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How do you rebuild an existing basement?

Posted by Lisa Tuck April 14, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

What's the best detector & alarm for a back flow valve that has been installed by the utility?

Posted by Tom Poe March 27, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

How do you build a mold-free basement in a new construction house?

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How do you best use polyiso insulation in a basement?

Posted by Iain Matheson Jan. 24, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

What is the best way to insulate the basement of an old house?

Posted by Bryan Squirrell Jan. 14, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

Can you use Foam boards on basement walls to stop condensation?

Posted by Chad Johnson Dec. 21, 2019 Basements improvements 3 responses

Where can I purchase non-toxic interior wall panels near Laval, Quebec?

Posted by Louise Goulet Nov. 30, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

How do you prevent mold in a finished basement?

Posted by Brian Cole Nov. 22, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

How do you apply vapor barrier and insulation to a CMU house?

Posted by Scott Brekke Nov. 22, 2019 Basements improvements 2 responses

Is polyiso board or styrofoam best for insulating when finishing a basement in CO?

Posted by Evan B. Nov. 21, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

What is the best way to reduce humidity in a basement?

Posted by Robert J. Pierson Oct. 17, 2019 Basements improvements 2 responses

How do I insulate my half below grade basement?

Posted by tom mckeand Oct. 14, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

Can you install foam boards directly against basement walls?

Posted by Ted Gorab Oct. 3, 2019 Basements improvements 26 responses

What type of green flooring is best for a basement floor?

Posted by Jeff Krohn Sept. 15, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response
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