How Do You Insulate A Concrete Block House?
A concrete block house provides a sturdy shell that offers an insulation factor but in climates where more protection is desirable, additional insulation is installed on the interior of the house. In order to provide a suitable cavity for insulation, a sub wall is framed just inside the surface of the concrete block. Once you’ve created the stud space, you can begin the insulation process. Insulation with an R-value of 13, will provide a finished wall value of approximately R-23, when combined with the existing insulation factor of the concrete blocks. Frame an interior stud wall with dimensional lumber if one does not exist. The wall should extend a minimum of 3 1/2-inches into the room. Position structural studs on 16-inch centers on a floor plate and a top plate. Install all mechanical elements before insulating the wall. This includes electrical outlets and switches, heat and air ducting and all plumbing. Insulation is the last element installed in a wall. Measure the interior sect
