An insulated basement or crawl space provides many benefits year-round, and the rim joist (or band joist) is often a focal point in energy-saving initiatives. Installing insulation at the rim ...

Depending on your skills — and if working in small, dark areas is not a problem — then yes, it’s easy to insulate the rim joists. A typical floor joist is a 2- by 10-inch joist set 16 inches ...

In colder climates, it is important to insulate the rim joists, also known as band joists in some areas. When floor joists are installed, a board, either a 2×10 or a 1×10, ...

Q: Should we insulate the rim-joist cavities of a crawlspace foundation? I am a builder, and where I live the codes require insulation, but I have discovered that the insulation ...

Question: Should we insulate the rim-joist cavities of a crawlspace foundation I am a builder, and where I live the codes require insulation, but I have discovered that the insulation ...

Dwight BarnettHomefixQ What are rim joists, and how do you insulate them? Our home was recently inspected and the buyer asked that we pay for the repairs. Is this something I can do myself?A Rim ...

Start with the rim joist. If you don't have any insulation at your rim space, add this project to your list of 'to-do' projects. It's not as critical as attic insulation and it takes more time, ...

Question: What are rim joists, and how do you insulate them? Our home was recently inspected and the buyer asked that we pay for the repairs. Is this something I ...