You may be losing more heat - and cash - through your basement ceiling than you suspect. But there are steps you can take yourself reduce heating costs and increase comfort. A simple DIY insulation ...

I understand the problem of a cold basement. When the ground freezes, a great deal of heat is lost through the basement walls. If possible, I would first dig a trench a few feet down around the ...

A finished basement adds significant square footage to a home, providing an additional living space that can be used as a TV room, home office, home gym, or children’s play area. The problem, however, ...

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Q My basement has concrete-block walls and gets very cold in winter. I want to insulate the walls to make it more comfortable. What are my options? A A lot depends on how much money you are willing to ...

Last winter, I paid $300 less to heat my house, compared to the previous winter. That certainly was a welcome relief after three straight years of double-digit increases in my winter energy bill. I ...

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Q What’s the best way to ...