Many people finish basements each year, but most of those finishing jobs are destined to be less than they can be. Sub-standard approaches to basement insulation and subfloors are the reasons why. Watch my video below to learn how to apply basement insulation so your finished space is warm, cozy and much less likely to form mold, mildew and mustiness than most basements.
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