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Insulation / Discussions

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What is the best way to Insulate the crawl space of an old home?

...insulation in the attic. I have started the insulation in the floor joist from the crawlspace. I would like to know the correct way to insulate my crawl space r...

Posted by Aj Jan. 21, 2020 Crawl spaces 1 response

Which exterior insulation is best to create at thermal break in an bungalow in Alberta?

...insulation on the outside then put new siding on is probably the best option - take a look at this page - how to insulate a home from the outside.

Posted by Rebekah Barnes Jan. 17, 2020 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Combo structural sheathing, WRB and thin insulation panel in Ontario?

...insulation panels and how they could possibly pose a problem on the exterior of homes. Choosing between plywood and OSB sheathing – which is better? So the WRB ...

Posted by Steve Bull Jan. 14, 2020 Walls and Roofs 3 responses

Spray Foam for basements, which of the different types are best environmentally?

...insulation products.  There are also some significant ecological downsides to spray foam insulation, information about that (and the advantages - the ones with ...

Posted by Amélie Pearson Jan. 9, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

What is the best way to insulate embedded joists in a basement Montreal Home?

...insulation with studs on 16oc all the way until Joist levels. ( Not insulated) can touch concrete. And no Vapor barrier. The basement is also dry and not humid....

Posted by Emil Idf Jan. 7, 2020 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

What is the best way to insulate a 1780 brick federal with stone foundation in New York?

...insulation, rockwool or EPS . If you are doing the exterior then you can follow the procedures for exterior insulation here in page about the best way to insula...

Posted by carole roseman Jan. 5, 2020 Foundation and basement improvements 1 response

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

...insulation was added on one of the walls (all others checked and fine) condensation is building up after I waited a month or so into winter and pulled the insul...

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

Can I purchase XPS made with HFOs?

...insulation have switched blowing agents yet. So as it stands, any XPS rigid insulation board you purchase will still have an impact several hundred times worse ...

Posted by Kate Noblio Dec. 14, 2019 Insulation and soundproofing 3 responses

How do you install rigid insulation to the outside of a brick house"

...insulation but no effective vapour barrier. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Insulating an old brick house from the interior or exterior and adding a vapou...

Posted by Gordon CASWELL Dec. 13, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

In the winter should you heat a low/dirt floor crawl space with a furnace vent?

...insulation between the joists? Is the dirt floor flat or uneven with stone etc? Do you live in a high risk area for Radon Gas? There are two main ways to insul...

Posted by janis hobson Dec. 11, 2019 Crawl spaces 1 response

Can you provide Crawlspace Insulation Design Assistance?

Be warned; this is a long post!  Apologies in advance. I live in the colder climate of western Massachusetts in an 1830s vintage home.  We have a 4'6" crawlspac...

Posted by Randy Christensen Dec. 10, 2019 Crawl spaces 1 response

How do you prevent mold in a finished basement?

...insulation was full of mold behind the vapor barrier. The scariest part is that our house was only built in 2007! Now we've managed to strip all this smelly mes...

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

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

...insulation for better energy efficiency Granted, that cinder block foundation repair technique is for a slightly colder climate, but that just makes it a bit ea...

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

What is the best insulation for a small energy neutral home project?

...insulation for your needs as well as determine the right amount of insulation for energy efficiency.  Finding the best insulation really depends on individual c...

Posted by Dan Gull Nov. 11, 2019 Off-grid and Net-Zero Housing 4 responses

How do you install windows with SIP exterior insulation?

Is it a good idea to add comfort board or similar to outside of SIP, and if so how do u deal with window set back?

Posted by tony wolff March 8, 2021 Walls and Roofs

What is the best way to do a cottage reno adding an insulation blanket?

...insulation. and reinsulate and sheath. As well should I be putting the WRB barrier on the sheathing or the outer rigid insulation? Lastly, when adding a rain sc...

Posted by Barton Rowe Feb. 28, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 2 responses

Any suggestions for improving insulation of a unique concrete building?

...insulation, is that the exterior structural walls will then be exposed to moisture and freeze every winter since you are preventing heat loss. This would be con...

Posted by Andrew Hurst Feb. 25, 2021 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

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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