Hello,
I'm new to the forum so not sure if this kind of situation has been discussed before. I didnt spot this in the FAQ, so here I go;
I am looking to insulate and finish the basement walls in our 50 year old home. The foundation walls are of cinder block and there is an interior water control system installed (weep holes in the blocks, drytrak drainage tile to catch the water coming in and flange around the perimeter and a sump pump). Any possible water coming inside the wall should run down and caught by the drain.
As far as understand the system is guaranteed to keep the floor dry but there is a chance the walls can still get damp. So far I haven't seen any obvious moisture but I have yet to experience spring thaw in this home. Before I insulate the walls, should I treat the walls with sealant or put a plastic or tar paper membrane between the wall and the framing/insulation, in addition of the normal vapor barrier on the warm side?
Thanks, Jari
I'm new to the forum so not sure if this kind of situation has been discussed before. I didnt spot this in the FAQ, so here I go;
I am looking to insulate and finish the basement walls in our 50 year old home. The foundation walls are of cinder block and there is an interior water control system installed (weep holes in the blocks, drytrak drainage tile to catch the water coming in and flange around the perimeter and a sump pump). Any possible water coming inside the wall should run down and caught by the drain.
As far as understand the system is guaranteed to keep the floor dry but there is a chance the walls can still get damp. So far I haven't seen any obvious moisture but I have yet to experience spring thaw in this home. Before I insulate the walls, should I treat the walls with sealant or put a plastic or tar paper membrane between the wall and the framing/insulation, in addition of the normal vapor barrier on the warm side?
Thanks, Jari