Does Halo Subterra or Subterra Plus Qualify as Waterproofing or Damp Proofing for Below Grade Walls Per Building Code?
Does Halo Subterra or Subterra Plus Qualify as Waterproofing or Damp Proofing for Below Grade Walls Per Building Code? No. Halo Subterra and Subterra Plus do NOT qualify as a water proofing or damp proofing layer in a below grade wall assembly. A separate water proofing or damp proofing layer must be installed against the […]
The Advantages of Using Halo Interra FR to Insulate Crawl Spaces
Crawl spaces are a huge market in the USA. In states like Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and many others, crawl spaces are commonly found in newly built homes. Crawl space renovation is another popular niche, as many owners of existing crawl spaces want to minimize heat loss and moisture issues below their homes. […]
Does Halo Subterra Protect Against Carpenter Ants?
3. Install Inspection Strips
Inspection strips allow you to visually inspect the home’s sill plate and rim joist for signs of termites or carpenter ants. This way, you can catch an infestation and call in pest control before excessive damage occurs.
Performance of Thermal Insulation on the Exterior of Basement Walls
EPS and EPS-based insulation (such as Halo Subterra) is able to keep water away from a basement’s concrete wall. Of course, this doesn’t mean that other waterproofing methods shouldn’t be in place. But, this finding does mean that EPS insulation can perform both of its design functions — slowing heat transfer and groundwater management — very well.
Beat the Heat With Exterra Continuous Insulation
See how applying a layer of Halo Exterra can reduce your home’s energy consumption and prevent unhealthy mold outbreaks. It’s also an opportunity to meet stringent new energy codes without breaking the bank.
How To Turn Your Basement Into a Cozy Living Space with Halo Interra
Halo’s Interra rigid insulation excels at insulating walls, floors, and ceilings — it offers a stable, long-term R-Value, acts as a vapor barrier when needed, and reflects heat back inside if you leave an air gap.
High Performance Made Simple: an Airtightness Story
See how attention to detail and the right insulation products helped student-builders construct a beautiful (and airtight) home benefiting the YMCA.