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Important Things to Know When Insulating Basement Walls

Installing basement wall insulation and basement ceiling insulation as part of a basement finishing project can help walls keep heat in a basement during cold months and prevent heat from entering a basement in warmer months. Before insulating basement walls, there are important tasks that should be completed and considerations that can prevent future damage to your finished basement. Learn about basement insulation types and considerations when installing insulation materials.

The Basic Companies2023-02-09T22:47:19-05:00

Home Repairs and Renovations to Make an Old Home More Energy Efficient

Older homes are known to be less energy efficient than newer models, however, there are several home repairs and renovations that can be made to older homes to make them more energy efficient. Learn about these repairs that can reduce energy consumption and monthly utility bills.

The Basic Companies2022-10-16T21:40:38-04:00

How to Use Expanding Foam Insulation Around the House

Insulating expanding foam sealant can reduce sound transfer, stabilize a wobbly showerhead, or even secure fragile items for shipping. However, it shouldn't be used for all DIY projects and can be more troublesome than helpful. Learn about this innovative product and proper use.

The Basic Companies2021-04-22T22:42:46-04:00

This Simple Tub Hack Will Make a Bathtub Much Better

When you're switching out a bathtub, insulate underneath the new one to increase heat-retaining properties. Bathtub materials vary in their heat-retaining properties, and it’s easy and inexpensive to increase any bathtub’s ability to retain heat with insulation.

The Basic Companies2021-03-06T20:23:18-05:00

7 Places That Could Use More Insulation And Why

Proper insulation equals greater energy efficiency, and those smaller or oft-forgotten spaces around the house that are particularly vulnerable to air leaks have an outsize effect on energy bills and household comfort.

The Basic Companies2020-03-29T16:05:59-04:00

How to Insulate a Basement

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to warm up a chilly concrete wall.

The Basic Companies2020-03-29T16:05:42-04:00

Mineral Wool Insulation

Formed into blankets, batts, or boards, mineral-wool fibers block both sound and temperature exchange through walls.

The Basic Companies2020-03-29T16:05:34-04:00

Three Tips for Extreme Home Energy Savings

Homeowners expect to get a bill from their utility company each month, but opening one for a particularly expensive month can be a real shocker. If your bills seem consistently higher than what they should be, it’s time to look for hidden energy drains and consider some changes that can make a huge difference.

The Basic Companies2020-03-29T16:05:34-04:00

How to Know What Insulation is Behind Your Walls

If you live in an older home, understanding what pads your walls is essential to keeping your family safe.

The Basic Companies2020-03-29T16:05:34-04:00