8.3 RETROFIT OPTION 1: CONDITIONED CRAWLSPACE WITH SOIL BARRIER

Note: As an option, insulation can be added below the soil barrier. Insulation cannot, however, be added in/below the floor system because this thermal barrier defeats the purpose of a conditioned crawlspace and can set up a dangerous condition where the mechanically vented crawlspace becomes cold enough to produce condensation.

Retrofit Option 1 Conditioned Crawlspace with Soil-Barrier | Hammer & Hand

a. MEDIUM DENSITY SPRAY FOAM (MDSPF)
B. STEM WALL
C. 12 MIL REINFORCED SOIL BARRIER WITH JOINTS LAPPED, TAPED, AND SEALED

Ventilation: Code requires 1.0 CFM of continuous mechanical exhaust is required for each 50 square feet. For example, a 1000sf crawlspace will need 20cfm of ventilation. Ideally this is provided by a Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV).