3 Tips for Cold Floors Above Crawl Spaces & Basements
Having cold floors in the house, especially on the first floor, may be universally accepted because of how common it is but there is a solution to fixing them. While it can be a minor nuisance to some, it shouldn’t be accepted and ignored because it is typically indicative of a larger problem. By following these three tips below, you can create a more comfortable home environment, prevent mold and mildew growth, save money on energy costs, and prevent costly repairs down the road.
1. Insulate and seal your crawl space or basement walls
The best way to stop cold air from manifesting in the crawl space or basement and seeping into the rest of the home is to properly insulate the space. New insulation will help to keep cold air out in addition to reducing noise from outside, keeping pollen, dust, and other irritants out of the home, and controlling the level of humidity.
Insulation not only helps you during the colder months, it allows your air conditioner to work less over the summer. This, in turn, can help provide a cooler summer. By closing off the building envelope to the warm weather and high humidity, you will have an even more enjoyable experience here at the Jersey Shore.
2. Insulate your crawl space or basement floor
Encapsulated insulation is the best insulation option when insulating your floor. The insulation is installed between the floor joists in the “ceiling” of your crawl space. This practice closes off the building envelope at the floor of your home.
Encapsulated insulation is fiberglass insulation housed in a vapor retarder to protect your investment from the inherently moist crawl space environment. This type of insulation is available in multiple R-Values (Retention Value), ranging from R19-R30 and is available in multiple widths to suit any floor joist configuration.
3. Seal all crawl space or basement vents
Vents in the crawl space or basement give cold air and moisture direct access into your crawl space. This can cause mold and mildew growth in addition to making the floors above the crawl space cold to the touch. Not only this, but crawl space vents also give access to unwanted pests and rodents allowing them to come and go as they please.
In addition to sealing any crawl space vents, a properly fitted and installed crawl space door will ensure that no point of air intrusion in the space.
Transform your crawlspace today for a comfortable home and savings on energy costs!
As a homeowner, there are many advantages to having new insulation installed and sealing off the crawl space. There is the benefit of warmer floors, of course, as well as energy savings, better indoor air quality, a better preserved home, and more. If you’re experiencing cold floors in your home, don’t hesitate to have an inspection! Our insulation experts have worked in thousands of homes along the Jersey Shore so they’re knowledgeable in the unique needs of homes in the area.
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