Question: I am having a house built partially on a slab and on a crawl space. Is it necessary to install a vapor barrier under the concrete, and is this something I can do myself to save some money?

Homeowners often ask if a vapor barrier is necessary for optimizing attic insulation and protecting their homes from moisture-related damage. The answer, however, isn’t one-size-fits-all. Factors like ...

In the United States, a homeowner can expect to spend several thousand dollars on repairing the damage caused by crawl space moisture. The more extensive the moisture damage, the more expensive the ...

Vancouver Steel Stud Framing Ltd. introduces comprehensive corrosion prevention standards to maintain building durability and lower maintenance costs. The strategies include effective moisture ...

In this episode, we focus on framing the walls, insulation, and vapor barrier installation for our Ford E250 cargo van conversion into a camper van. Using pre-installed metal frames, we attached ...

Fiber glass is the most popular insulation used in homes. It is widely available, inexpensive compared with other varieties and easy to install. Batts of insulation are simply short strips; standard ...

QUESTION -- I read one of your articles with interest since my basement is not insulated and I'm planning to do so. I was advised to use the Manitoba Hydro Power Smart booklet No. 2, Basement and ...

While waiting for winter to pass, we are converting a Ford E250 cargo van into a camper van. In this episode, we install furring strips on the floor using adhesive, add insulation between the furring ...