Basement Remodel help

[2manyrocks]

You could install fiberlgas batts between the studs if you want extra insulation. I would suggest you pay attention to sealing the sillplate against air infiltration with either caulk, fiberglas batts or expanding foam sealer. This is where you'll get most of your discomfort problems.

The other suggestions are good ones, too. You can do this in a variety of ways, but attention to the details is what will make it work for you.

 

[Red55]

Yes the still plate is bad news Has to be sealed also if time allows I like to cut foam and friction fit it between the bays against the outside Stops a lot of cold air. For the radon vent we T ed into the drain going into the sump for the pump. Then ran 4'' solid drain pipe to the ceiling and out to the garage and up into the attic where the fan is located.

Ceramic tile is great for radiant heat. I don't have it but my friend does and the kids when they come in from the snow would leave their wet coats on the floor- by time their mother picked them up they were dry. When running the electrical now is the time to run all the extra goodies (ie cable or speaker wire, telephone, Cat 5 etc) Some guys are running conduit so if you decide to change something inthe future you can. Keep your low voltage away from the regular electric lines! -Ed

 

[FULLPULL]

Yea they make a r-30 for attics it takes a thicker wall or you might set the studs out 8 or 9". It depends on your ground temp ours is around 55 deg . I cant see that you should need more than r-13 for below grade but you can add more if you think you need it. You might check the cost of each it may make a differance .