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What is the best insulation for concrete block foundation wall and basement stud wall system?

Posted by Don Fraser Dec. 8, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 2 responses

What’s the best insulation system for a brick/masonry basement foundation wall?

Posted by Ryan Essex Nov. 29, 2021 Basements improvements 2 responses

Is it smart to lay plastic under a pier and beam cottage and should I close it in?

Posted by b port Oct. 31, 2021 Crawl spaces 1 response

Where can I find a professional to remove mold from a basement?

Posted by Lorna Fraser Oct. 29, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses

Wood burning stoves and fireplaces

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Standard

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HD160 & XHD200-300 | Versatile rigid high-density insulation

By Isolofoam Group

Expanded Polystyrene

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Radon Seal

By ECO Building Resource Ltd

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Dixie Mud

By Dixie Belle Paint Company

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MS

By Dörken Systems Inc.

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ICF Bracing System

By Giraffe ICF Bracing

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Concrete Deck Forms

By EPS-Deck ICF Concrete Deck Forming Systems

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Extrutech Form Panels

By Extrutech Plastics Inc.

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Insert R8-panel

By Fox Blocks

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Geo-Slab

By G West Building Services

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Carbon Negative Concrete CMU Block

By Patio Drummond

How do you stop wind from blowing under a house on piers?

Posted by Robert Boyle Oct. 17, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

What is causing my foundation wall to sweat?

Posted by Jason Duncan Oct. 1, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

What is the best way to install basement insulation with existing framing?

Posted by Nick Trotta Sept. 20, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 17 responses

What is the best way to insulate a crawl space?

Posted by Murray Kipp Sept. 17, 2021 Crawl spaces 1 response

What kind of foam board should I use to insulate rim joists in Wisconsin?

Posted by Matt Kime Sept. 12, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

What is the best method of repairing joists in a low crawl space?

Posted by deb bino Sept. 1, 2021 Crawl spaces 3 responses

Why does interior insulation cause a freeze/thaw cycle- cinder block foundation?

Posted by P Mci July 5, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

What type of insulation can I put on my kitchen floor that sits on dirt?

Posted by Mohammed Hussain June 30, 2021 Crawl spaces

What is the best way to install 5" of XPS rigid foam on interior basement walls?

Posted by Sean MacDonald June 14, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 8 responses

Why insulate the walls rather than the floor joists in a crawlspace?

Posted by Ron Monk June 2, 2021 Crawl spaces 3 responses

Which insulation should I use under my cottage?

Posted by denis maurier May 3, 2021 Crawl spaces 3 responses

Should I put gravel on a crawl space floor for drainage?

Posted by Karen Lundgren Foulk April 12, 2021 Crawl spaces 1 response

Will spray foam on basement walls prevent condensation?

Posted by Michael Scott April 12, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses

Can you create a passive wine cellar by insulating and air sealing a crawl space?

Posted by JC Wong April 2, 2021 Crawl spaces 5 responses