Foundations
The
following are publications and papers dealing with foundation insulation, moisture
issues, slabs, etc.:
Understanding Foundations
May, 2006, Joseph Lstiburek, Ph.D., P.Eng. Basements are different. They
are not easy to construct if we intend to live in them. Then need to be
dry, comfortable and keep contaminants out.
Conditioned
Crawlspace Construction, Performance and Codes
November 2004, Joseph Lstiburek, Ph.D., P.Eng. Conditioned crawl spaces
perform better than vented crawl spaces in terms of safety, health,
comfort, durability and energy consumption. Conditioned crawl spaces also
do not cost more to construct than vented crawl spaces. Existing vented
crawl spaces are experiencing serious moisture and mold problems and are
costing builder's and homeowners significant resources to repair.
Basement Insulation Systems
2002, Heat loss from basements accounts for a significant
portion of the energy loss from a home. In many jurisdictions, basement
insulation is a building code requirement. Cost usually determines the
type of insulation system used.
Why Sand Layers Should not be
Between Poly and Concrete Floor Slabs
2001, Joseph Lstiburek. A sand layer between poly and a concrete slab
functions as blotter paper that can trap water because the poly prevents
drying to the ground. Water that quickly enters the sand layer as a liquid
will take years to dry through the concrete. When poly is used as a vapor
barrier it must be directly beneath the concrete slab.
Basement Insulation Systems
For information on renovating existing basements, go to:
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