An insulated basement or crawl space provides many benefits year-round, and the rim joist (or band joist) is often a focal point in energy-saving initiatives. Installing insulation at the rim joists ...

Q: I just bought my first house and am about to remodel my basement. The previous owners of the house glued 2-inch-thick foam insulation to the poured concrete walls. It’s got an aluminum foil face on ...

Basements have a reputation for being dark, cold, and generally unpleasant to be in unless it is fully converted. But how can you keep a basement warm to make it more functional, be it a storage spot, ...

You may be losing more heat - and cash - through your basement ceiling than you suspect. But there are steps you can take yourself reduce heating costs and increase comfort. A simple DIY insulation ...

CR's guide to home insulation will help you decide where and how to install the right type of insulation for the best results ...

Basements are notorious for letting in cold air, leading to higher heating costs. Draft-proofing your basement is a vital ...

Q: What is the best way to upgrade insulation? A: Adding insulation can keep a home more comfortable in both the winter and the summer. It also saves on energy bills and is one way to help combat ...

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Insulation isn’t a home's most glamorous feature—it’s tucked away behind walls, after all—but it quietly becomes the MVP of your winter survival strategy when the temperature drops. By keeping the ...

“Getting out ahead of winter could save you a lot of money on your energy bills and in the form of preventable repairs. The ...