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"Basement insulation"

Basement insulation / Discussions

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Is a vapor barrier necessary under a concrete slab with foam insulation and if so, where does go?

We're soon building a slab on grade foundation for our new cabin in Montana and I've decided to sit it on a 4" EPS foam insulation so the slab will retain some ...

Posted by Grady 22 Aug. 17, 2019 Air and vapour barriers 3 responses

What insulation should I put on basement block walls that is resistant to mold?

...basement wall. Moisture issue in spring ( and I suspect fall). We get a lot of people asking about the best way to insulate a cinder block (CMU) foundation wall...

Posted by Ken Gee July 31, 2019 Basements improvements 4 responses

How do you remove moisture and condensation from basement walls?

...insulation is wrong and the insulation and the plastic barrier are creating the issue. What should be done to remedy this? Replace insulation with foam insulati...

Posted by Aaron Keating July 27, 2019 Basements improvements 3 responses

What do I in my basement where new insulation meets old?

...insulation types? (Old Poly vapour sheet and fibreglass insulation vs new Rockwool and EPS) How do address the areas where the EPS is adjacent to the old insula...

Posted by Steve J July 20, 2019 Basements improvements 2 responses

What is the best way to insulate rim joists with EPS and batts?

I'm trying to insulate Rim joists /cripple walls in basements have read about three methods using EPS & batt with slightly different orders. Plan to insulat...

Posted by Steve J July 18, 2019 Basements improvements 3 responses

Do I need to insulate under the footings of a frost protected shallow foundation?

...insulation (where and when it is needed). This is exactly how we would build a slab, so we rely on insulation to protect the building from frost damage rather t...

Posted by Jon Piana April 15, 2019 Slab on Grade 1 response

How should I insulate basement Walls in climate zone 5?

...basement walls has 2”  of foam on them so any warmer air from finished basement would permiate through mineral wool to the wall but air space would or should al...

Posted by Chad Johnson March 25, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

Should I insulate my basement ceiling?

...basement insulation, I wouldn’t do it. I think you would come out far ahead by adding a bit of extra heat to the house and basement for that one winter than if ...

Posted by Nina Hartt March 21, 2019 Basements improvements 1 response

What is your opinion on filling block foundations with concrete?

...basement.  We’ve got a minor crack in the grout, and we were advised to fill the block with concrete for strength, in addition to repairing the grout.   Thanks ...

Posted by Nina Hartt March 21, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

Basement reno - How do I effectively insulate my basement?

...insulation, and tar paper everywhere except laundry room, mechanical area, and beside stairs. Total basement sqft is approx 800. Livable space: 650sqft. My plan...

Posted by Steve J Feb. 13, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 2 responses

Should I install basement drain tile vents?

...basement drain system and the contractor wants to install vents through the concrete floor at the wall junction to drain moisture condensate from basement walls...

Posted by gary taube Dec. 11, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 3 responses

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

...basement:  Preventing mold when you insulate your basement The difference between Polyiso, EPS & XPS rigid insulation boards I have a few questions that w...

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

What Should You Look For When Buying a Slab on Grade Home?

...insulation, that would affect its structural integrity as well as its efficiency. To understand a bit about what to look for, here is a page you should check ou...

Posted by Mike Molloy Nov. 6, 2019 Slab on Grade 1 response

What is the best way to build a slab on grade on bedrock?

I watched your videos with much interest but wasn't sure about the "trench" type perimeter "grade beam" in terms of supporting the house structure, and the fact...

Posted by peter owen Oct. 31, 2019 Slab on Grade 1 response

How do you fix a moisture problem in a finished basement?

...Basements Moldy? Preventing moisture when you insulate your basement Building better basements: how to insulate your basement properly  Waterproofing an d heat...

Posted by Margo MACFARLANE Oct. 28, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

What is the best way to insulate my basement?

...basements properly to avoid mold, heat loss and water infiltration, see this page here - Best practices for basement construction - new home or renovations  Tha...

Posted by Chris Rogers Oct. 27, 2019 Foundation and basement improvements 3 responses

How do you insulate concrete basement walls and avoid mould?

...basement walls. Then the stud framing goes on. Then additional bats or Rock Wool boards installed between the frame stuctures. I do not want to finish the basem...

Posted by William Hunter Feb. 22, 2021 Basements improvements 2 responses

How do can I insulate an existing basement floor from 1906?

...insulation is best and how much you have room for. But in general, here is a good page to start on –  How much insulation does a basement need?  As for carrying...

Posted by Cathy Gaskins Feb. 18, 2021 Basements improvements 3 responses
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