Insulate your basement before you finish it

So he opted for a basement renovation, congratulations!

But before investing in expensive home theater systems, solid wood floors, high-end glass shower, terrace bar design and luxury amenities you ask yourself a question: My investment to be protected properly?

Because of their position below-grade basement chronically moist or very vulnerable to the development of a type of moisture problem. They are also known as housing "blacks holes that consumeThe thermal energy and increase the electricity bill.

Mold, another product of wet basements, is the leading cause of allergies in North America.

Therefore, before going ahead with your basement finishing plans, thinks enough insulation basement.

Super Insulate your basement finishing project

For decades, owners and entrepreneurs have tried to solve the problem too cold and damp cellars. You have probably heard of a wooden frameFiberglass insulation or foam insulation. They are all very poor choice for a basement, because just because they are extremely vulnerable to water.

Formwork or ICF block is a rapidly evolving technology that allows continuous insulation, energy efficient basement. ICF used polystyrene foam (EPS or commonly known as Styrofoam). basement with EPS insulation is usually 3-5% more expensive than traditional techniques, but pays off inlower energy costs.

In addition to serving as a reliable, durable EPS insulation materials has other advantages over conventional

- ICF is not leaking and reduces heat loss. Studies have shown that the house built with ICF consume 30% -70% less energy and save you thousands of dollars in energy costs. The thermal resistance of ICF construction (so-called R-value) is much higher than that of a wooden frame.

- ICF has a high sound absorption properties. Typical timber frame wall has an STC(Sound Transmission Class) of 33 proceedings. ICF walls have a constant stock of 55 STC.

- ICF provides enhanced structural integrity (up to 10 times higher than that of wood) and a greater resistance to the forces of nature.

- Basement Finishing with ICF technology resale value of your home gives a greater thanks to the longevity of components.

- Basement Finishing with ICF technology has improved resistance to insects and virtually all possibility of mold or fungiGrowth.

All these make the ideal material for the climate EPS Ottawa with its scorching heat in summer, rain in spring and autumn and snow in winter.