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Foundations, Basements & Slab-on-Grade

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How should I insulate under a concrete hydronic slab on stilts?

Posted by Cam Smith Feb. 6, 2021 Foundation choices 1 response

With a raised house how should I insulate underneath?

Posted by Kevin Marmillion Feb. 1, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses

Have you excavated under one of your slabs middle of winter?

Posted by Mike Kolder Jan. 31, 2021 Slab on Grade 1 response

What is the best way to do exterior foundation styrofoam finishing?

Posted by Castor River Farm Jan. 31, 2021 New foundations and slab-on-grade 1 response

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What is the best way to finish basement walls?

Posted by Aram Scaram Jan. 21, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses

Do I need to spray foam the ceiling of my crawl space to help winterize it?

Posted by Sheilagh Thompson Jan. 21, 2021 Crawl spaces 1 response

Why is there condensation above ground on an interior basement wall?

Posted by Barb Daluisio Jan. 12, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

Should I put foam boards right against my basement wall or leave an air gap?

Posted by Elijah Hargett Jan. 9, 2021 Foundation and basement improvements 4 responses

Which is the best basement ceiling insulation?

Posted by David Boone Jan. 9, 2021 Basements improvements

Is there any risk to a concrete foundation from adding interior insulation?

Posted by Drew Tozer Jan. 5, 2021 Basements improvements 9 responses

Can you insulate a concrete block basement walls with only rockwool?

Posted by Aarne Valikangas Jan. 1, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

Can you insulate an existing slab on grade floor?

Posted by Patrick Berkeley Dec. 31, 2020 Foundation and basement improvements 5 responses

How do you prevent mold under flooring of a house on concrete slab?

Posted by Linds Cullen Dec. 31, 2020 Slab on Grade 3 responses

Why are half of my basement walls are not insulated and should I add insulation?

Posted by Jake Morel Dec. 28, 2020 Basements improvements 1 response

How should I install XPS insulation in a basement?

Posted by Ken Hunold Dec. 27, 2020 Basements improvements

What's cheaper for total building costs, slab on grade or basement?

Posted by tony wolff Dec. 24, 2020 Foundations and Basements 1 response

Should I install a poly moisture barrier before the rigid foam board against a basement wall?

Posted by DONandCATHY Crenna Dec. 14, 2020 Basements improvements 3 responses

Should I remove the plastic sheet in my cellar?

Posted by Justin D'Arcy Dec. 4, 2020 Basements improvements 2 responses
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