Basement renovation tips / Discussions

What should I put on concrete basement walls instead of vapor barrier?

...basement just got water in it through a window well. We took care of grading and sealing up window etc but I saw the builder put a plastic vapor barrier that is already moldy after a few months. Putting vapor barriers on basement walls almost always does more harm than good by trapping moisture and causing mold. First ...

Posted by Lauren Brooks Oct. 25, 2024 Foundations and Basements 1 response