When properly installed, basement insulation can turn your damp, chilly basement into a warmer, more inviting area. Proper installation also helps to prevent issues with mold and humidity, and it can reduce your heating and cooling expenses.
Call GSM Services today at (704) 864-0344 or click below to request a free insulation inspection in Charlotte, Belmont, Shelby, Huntersville, Gastonia, Mount Holly, Fort Mill, and other surrounding areas. During our visit we will provide a selection of basement insulation options and offer a free estimate for insulating your basement.
1 Seal & insulate the rim joist: The edge of the house, where the floor framing rests on the foundation, is a major source of air leakage and energy loss. It’s especially severe where plumbing, wiring, and dryer vents penetrate to the exterior. We eliminate this problem by sealing and insulating the rim joist.
2 Insulate foundation walls: : You may already have insulation between your basement ceiling joists. However, while this type of insulation keeps the floor above warm, it does nothing to enhance the comfort of your basement itself. If you're considering making better use of an underutilized basement, beginning with insulation upgrades is an excellent choice. Rigid foam insulation is best for your basement’s concrete walls. Unlike fiberglass batts, rigid foam wall insulation won’t absorb water or receive damage. Rigid foam also won't compress, fall out of place, or lose R-value. We recommend Basement to Beautiful® wall insulation. These innovative panels are sized for typical basement walls and each panel comes with built-in wiring channels and integral steel flanges for attaching wallboard.
3 Insulate the basement floor: Do you want a warm finished floor in your basement? We fix cold basement floors with the revolutionary ThermalDry® Insulated Floor Decking™. Unlike wood subflooring, our ThermalDry® decking can’t be damaged by moisture and will never attract mold or rot. It’s the perfect substrate for a warm, long-lasting basement floor.
If you want to make better use of your basement space, insulation upgrades should be a top priority. GSM Services has the right basement insulation products and the expertise to install them. Call us or fill out our online form to request a free estimate or to schedule your home energy evaluation. We are your basement insulation experts serving Charlotte, Gastonia, Mount Holly, Fort Mill, Huntersville, Matthews, Denver, Lincolnton, Clover, and surrounding areas.