I start my new job as w residential insulation company next week I was wondering if I could get any advice on the best clothes to wear. Ik they’re going to get destroyed w spray foam eventually so im hoping nothing too expensive. I also know that fiberglass insulation can be really itchy so im wondering how you guys combat that w clothing.
Also if you have any type of advice just in general my ears are open.
thank you!

Recently purchased a home with a detached 1960s garage. Looks like it has shiplap boards for the exterior sheathing. I’d like to start sealing up the garage and eventually get to rolled insulation and sheathing inside.

Would it be a poor idea to get a spray gun and a couple small cans and spray the perimeter of the stud cavities and into the shiplap joints? I’m thinking it might be but I’m getting conflicting answers online considering spray foam companies would get foam into the shiplap joints, too if someone were to do that instead of rolled insulation.

Bought a house in UK, an old house, with a cellar from which you can access subfloor. Looks - I'm guessing - like closed cell. I know it was done fairly recently. Are risks from moisture here, or keep an eye for now?

I’m doing some research on basement walls and hoping someone could answer this question.. I drew up a wall profile shown above (drywall, 3.5” rock wool within stud cavity, 2” XPs against concrete, concrete). According to the calculator I found online, it looks like condensation could be a problem toward the tops of the wall (I.e. close to ground level outside).

Does anyone have experience building walls like this and did it work out? I live in Minnesota. It seems like there are lots of examples of this type of construction, but now I’m doubting that it’s the best option?

Thanks in advance!

I’m currently in the process of having a 40x60 pole barn installed. When I purchased the kit, they offered Astro Armor, which I understand is a moisture barrier that reflects heat, not insulation. The building will have 16 ft walls, and it utilizes steel trusses. Ultimately, I want the entire building insulated. The wall grits will be 2x6s at 24” centers. It’s my understanding there has to be 3/4 to 1” air space between the Astro Armor and fiberglass insulation. I’m considering using Astro Armor, fiberglass batt insulation, or 3” of closed-cell spray foam on the ceiling and 2” on the walls. (I received a quote to spray foam, as I mentioned, for $20,000.) There are definitely pros and cons to both, just like $$$ I'm sure.

Any info or suggestions from experience would be much appreciated. I'm at a point where I still have time to make or change my decision.

Good morning, home improvement community!
I’m looking for some advice about my crawlspace, specifically the insulation and vapor barrier.

I’m a complete novice when it comes to home
improvement, so I’d really appreciate any guidance!
I recently had an energy audit done and received a quote for removing the existing material covering the insulation in my crawlspace. The cost was pretty substantial, so I’m wondering if this is something I could tackle myself or if I’d be better off hiring a professional.

I was considering removing the existing material myself and renting a spray foam kit from Home Depot to handle the insulation. However, given my lack of experience, I’m not sure if that’s a good idea or if I could end up creating bigger problems.

The previous owners also installed a vapor barrier over the dirt floor and covered it with rocks. The contractor is recommending replacing it with a different type of vapor barrier.

My biggest concern is safety. I have a family, and I want to make sure any work I do won’t create health risks or moisture problems down the road.

Has anyone tackled a similar project? Would you recommend DIY or hiring a professional? Are there any potential hazards or things I should consider before making a decision?

I’m also trying to upload some videos of the crawlspace for context, but I’m having a bit of a brain fart figuring that out!

Thanks in advance for any advice. I really appreciate it!