Insulating a Basement with Foamax Insulation Board in Great Barrington, MA

This homeowner in Great Barrington, MA called us after he had a large-scale basement mold issue remediated. The remediators had ripped out most of the walls, as well as the insulation. As a result, he was looking to get his basement insulated so that he could get it re-finished.

We were able to help this customer. We utilized our Foamax polyisocyanurate board alongside two-part spray foam to insulate the basement. Before we were able to utilize these, however, we had to remove the rest of the paneling. Our crew tore out the remaining parts of the finished basement. This ensured that we were insulating the basement properly, as well as leaving the homeowner room to re-finish the basement after the insulation was finished. Once the home was down to the cinderblock walls, we were able to go in and begin to insulate. The Foamax polyiso board was able to fasten directly over the existing cinderblock walls. After they were installed, we were able to insulate the rim joist with two-part expanding spray foam. This was sprayed in the rim joist and over the sill plate, preventing air leaks. Now, this homeowner is able to re-finish his basement, and it will be comfortable for years to come!