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"Basement mold"

Basement mold / Discussions

Why is there frost build up on basement foundation walls?

...basements are moldy and how to prevent mold when building and renovating basements. If you assume the basement wall is wet and build accordingly, you can avoid ...

Posted by William Hackett April 7, 2022 Basements improvements 1 response

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

...basement wall and then putting plastic over them is why almost all basements smell moldy.  As for the actual install, I would forget fasteners and just use an a...

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

How do you remove moisture and condensation from basement walls?

...basement vapor barrier is -  Why are Basements Moldy? How to Fix & Prevent Mold in Homes A dehumidifier is a good thing to have in a basement but it won’t d...

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

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

...basements, and for a few more tips you could check out this page -  How to Insulate Basements Properly And to address your question specifically, in a perfect w...

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

Can you Insulate a cinder block basement foundation with Rockwool?

...basements.  Basements and basement walls work differently in summer and winter than walls exposed to air .  Basement walls are always cold but touching earth on...

Posted by Victor B June 19, 2019 Basements improvements 6 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

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

...basement water damage before you install a new floor.  And as for best technique, see this page here –  Preventing mold when you insulate your basement Once you...

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

What is the best way to renovate a basement after a flood?

Hello, I'm in the midst of a post-flood basement renovation and have been doing some reading on your website only recently. I'm realizing that I may have made s...

Posted by Wren Toombs June 18, 2018 Foundation and basement improvements 2 responses

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