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Strategies & Details Mechanically fastened subfloor over 1" rigid insulation

Strategies & Details Wall section retrofit // interior perimeter drain // radon vent // 1" rigid interior insulation

Page Building Plans for A Dry, Radon-Free Foundation

Strategies Remove organic waste from walls and crawl spaces

Strategies If you must ventilate during construction, change HVAC filters often.

Strategies Manage Basement Moisture on The Outside First

Strategies Upgrade existing concrete basement floors

Strategies Choose high-efficiency T8 fluorescent lamps

Strategies Use a dehumidifier

Strategies Use environmentally preferable interior doors

Strategies Use PEX or polypropylene pipe when possible

Strategies Select environmentally preferable wall finishes

Strategies Keep soil gases out of the house

Strategies Look for flooring that's certified or made with recycled material

Strategies Avoid plastic wall coverings that can trap moisture

Strategies Conduct room-to-room pressure tests

Strategies Use an infrared camera to detect heat loss

Strategies Be careful when installing flooring over green concrete

Strategies Conduct a home energy audit

Strategies Conduct a blower door test to find air leaks

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