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Vapor Retarders, once thought of as convenient tools for construction projects, are now codified as mandatory materials to have in the foundation of commercial and residential buildings. As a builde [...]
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Because a large percentage of breathable air in a residential building comes from the crawl space, it is crucial to use a vapor barrier in your encapsulation that meets crawl space code requirements. [...]
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In the 2021 edition of the International Residential Code (IRC), the guidelines were revised to recommend a minimum 10 mil vapor barrier for use under concrete slabs in residential buildings instead o [...]
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20 mil vapor barriers are the thickest vapor barrier used in crawl spaces and under slab applications. While mil thickness designates a specific thickness to plastic sheeting, other variables, such as [...]
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The right tape is crucial for crawl space vapor barrier installation. Encapsulating a crawl space requires 2-sided butyl tape and vapor tape for seaming panels. In this blog, we cover why you need a v [...]
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Approximately 70% of homes have mold, and mold can form in as little as 24 hours after water damage. Without a vapor barrier, mold can cause serious health issues like asthma, acute bronchitis, and al [...]
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A radiant barrier or vapor barrier are commonly used for ceiling insulation for many safety and health reasons. Insulation regulations vary from state to state, and can usually be found in each state [...]
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What is a Crawl Space Vapor Barrier?
A crawl space vapor barrier is installed in areas of buildings such as basements to protect the base of a residential building from the moisture that comes from t [...]
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Vapor barriers have many classifications and standards that most plastic sheeting doesn’t meet. There is often confusion between the types of materials that pass as a vapor barrier or vapor retarder [...]
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A plastic sheeting vapor barrier in your crawl space is a practical way to prevent rust and foundation rot while keeping moisture away from the main levels of your house. Installation is simp [...]
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