Foundations- Page 3 of 6
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Managing Water in Existing Homes
Before making any energy efficiency–related upgrades, address moisture problems
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A New Vinyl-Laminated Exterior Foam Foundation Insulation
Lessons learned from working with FoundationPRO to insulate foundation walls from the outside
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Closed-Cell Spray Foam for Sub-Slab Insulation
The pros and cons of using CCSF under a concrete slab
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Tips for a Dry Basement
On a new construction project, the right details will ensure that your basement stays dry
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Benefits of Building with ICFs
Builder Josh Salinger explains how and why he's creating the foundation for this new energy-efficient home out of insulated concrete forms.
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The Concrete-Free Floating-Plywood Slab Assembly
Watch builder Josh Salinger show how to reduce the environmental impact of a new home by omitting the concrete from the ground-level floors
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A Builder’s Home, Done Right
Starting with stock plans, a builder prioritized envelope details and made modifications to fit his family and their future
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Interior Sheathing and Exterior Fiber-Board Insulation
Lessons learned from an unusual cold-climate high-performance building envelope
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Vapor Retarders and Air Barriers in High-Performance Homes
Building envelope details to minimize air leakage for energy-efficient foundation, wall, and roof assemblies
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How to Keep Your Basement Dry and Healthy
A proven method for contolling water, air movement, vapor diffusion, and heat loss in foundation slabs and walls