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Because the above-grade potions of the wall lack exterior insulation, condensation and even ice form during cold winter conditions
Braced cripple wall construction in crawlspace anchored to framing and foundation
Capillary break at all crawlspace floors using ≥ 6 mil polyethylene sheeting, lapped 6-12 in., and lapped up each wall or pier and fastened with furring strips or equivalent
Exterior XPS basement insulation is correctly installed to completely cover the foundation wall
Foil-faced rigid foam and spray foam can be used to insulate a basement on the interior; use good moisture management techniques to keep the basement dry
Right – Polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is installed and sealed to the crawlspace walls with mastic
Rigid foam insulation applied to the crawlspace walls, allowing a 3-in. pest control inspection strip at the top
Wrong – The polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is not attached to the piers with mechanical fasteners