ACI Home Performance Conference 2008
PART 6 - Basement Conversions
Wednesday, April 09, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 3:40 PMGreater use of basements as a finished living space and higher energy costs are increasing demands for basement insulation. However, these walls have often been linked with moisture and mold problems. Recent field measurements and modeling have demonstrated the heat and moisture flows of this below grade space, and the risks of selected assemblies. Finishing a basement? Hear these guys share their experience and ideas about materials, methods, moisture, mold, and chances of success!
By attending this session, participants will
- Be able to identify three things that can go wrong in basement retrofits
- Choose between exterior and interior insulation and drainage systems
- Learn which basement assemblies are both effective and forgiving
Keyword(s): basements, building envelope, building science, existing homes, insulation, modeled results, moisture, mold, research results, retrofit
Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: House Parts & Pieces
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA) American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
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