Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Insulating the ceiling of your basement is a great way to reduce your heating bill. And even better, homeowners with some basic ...

Q: I wonder if ceiling insulation in a basement does any good. The basement is not heated and gets chilly in winter. The ceiling is insulated with 9 inches of fiberglass batting that was once covered ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An exposed ceiling in a basement - Wirestock/Getty Images Oftentimes, when building a house, it's cheaper to leave the basement ...

Question: In a conversation with a builder last week, I was asked how I plan to provide a foundation that meets the minimum requirements for insulation. My initial response was “Why?”, since we’ve ...

Q: I’m thinking of finishing my basement. What do I need to know? A: In terms of remodeling or finishing, basements have a lot going for them. The space is already built out structurally, and there is ...

Question: We are looking to do a light remodel of our walkout basement, where we have our TV and where my husband diligently practices his guitar. I am usually upstairs in a more quiet Zen zone. The ...