BSC Information - Slab Edge Insulation for All Climates, Sheet 513 Author(s) Building Science Corporation Organization(s) BSC Publication Date May, 2009 Description Information sheet about insulating slabs.
Concrete Floor Problems, BSI-003 Author(s) Lstiburek Joseph W Organization(s) Building Science Corporation, BSC Publication Date June, 2008 Description Information guide describing issues with concrete floors, in multiple climate zones.
Image The existing slab is retrofitted with epoxy paint, rigid foam insulation, sleepers (furring strips), and subfloor. Publication Date Sun, 06/01/2008 - 12:00
Image Right - The existing basement slab is retrofitted by installing a dimple plastic drainage mat, rigid foam insulation, and a floating subfloor. Publication Date Mon, 07/01/2013 - 12:00
Image The existing slab is retrofitted by coating with epoxy paint, then installing rigid foam insulation and a floating subfloor. Publication Date Mon, 07/01/2013 - 12:00
Slab Happy, BSI-059 Author(s) Lstiburek Joseph W Organization(s) Building Science Corporation, BSC Publication Date April, 2012 Description How hard can it be to insulate a flat sheet of concrete? I mean you only have three choices – on the top, on the bottom, or on the edge. OK, you might have some combination of the three as well.
Water Management of Existing Crawlspace Floor Description Guide providing information about treating bulk water drainage issues and moisture control measures in existing basements and crawl spaces.
Water Management of Existing Basement Floor Description Guide describing how to retrofit an existing basement floor or slab to reduce moisture issues.
Rigid Foam Insulation Installed over Existing Foundation Slabs Description Guide describing how to insulate an existing slab floor by adding rigid foam insulation over the slab then installing a floating subfloor.
Design and Retrofit for Flood Protection Description Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.
Rigid Foam Board Insulation for Existing Band Joists Description Guide describing principles of insulating and air sealing band joists as a stand alone energy upgrade, or as part of creating a closed crawlspace.
Reduce Pest Intrusion Description Guide describing ways builders can block off entry points and otherwise make homes inhospitable to all manner of pests.