Job completed for Sheila G.
Completion date: December 8, 2021
Location: Reston, VA
Why did the customer contact us?
The customer needed new basement insulation.
Solutions provided:
High moisture content in CMU walls, 25-40%, Drywall approximately 15-22%. Moisture drive is due to high vapor pressure in soil and heavy vapor diffusion.
Customer will have contractor remove all firing strips, studs and drywall from exterior walls and ceiling prior to work being performed.
Create a thermal break by installing Thermax foam board to all exterior walls from floor to ceiling. Seal and tape all seams.
To stop air flow into basement from floor apply 2 inches of closed cell foam to perimeter rim joist.
Sump Pump Clean Out and flood test
Clean out three exterior sump pump crocks, flood test to confirm proper operation. If any fail to test properly they will need replacement at additional cost. Clean out interior sump pump and flood test.
