Basements should be insulated to R-20 to R-40 Exterior Basement Insulation
Basements should be insulated on the exterior for stone foundations or if the foundation is being waterproofed.
Basements should be insulated on the exterior for stone foundations or if the foundation is being waterproofed.
Products
Extruded Polystyrene
High Density Fiberglass
High Density Fiberglass
Suppliers
This type of insulation is widely available at most building supplies stores.
Interior Basement Insulation
Basements can be insulated from the interior when they are dry and constructed from concrete blocks or poured concrete. – Remember to draftproof your basement before you add insulation.
Please see Plugging the Leaks section on basements as there is much opportunity for air leakage in a basement.
Products
Fibreglass Batts
Suppliers
This type of insulation is widely available at most building supplies stores.
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Radon Testing
Radon is a colourless, odorless, and naturally occurring radioactive gas. It comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soils and rocks and can be found in all types of building--homes,offi ces, and schools. Radon gas seeps through cracks, holes, and drain pipes in foundations and can accumulate to levels that are hazardous to your health. The only way to know whether your home has unsafe levels of radon is to have in tested. To test for radon in your home contact the Research and Productivity Council at (506) 452-0586. |
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