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Can You Insulate a Crawl Space, and Should You?

Key takeaways

  • Sealed spaces usually insulate the walls
  • Vented spaces usually insulate the floor
  • Moisture control comes before insulation
  • R-values depend on climate and local code

Insulation helps comfort, but only in a dry space.

Sealed or vented

A sealed space is usually insulated on the walls. A vented space is insulated under the floor.

Moisture first

Wet insulation does little and holds water against the wood.

How much

The right R-value depends on your climate and the local building code.

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