Homeowners often ask if a vapor barrier is necessary for optimizing attic insulation and protecting their homes from moisture-related damage. The answer, however, isn’t one-size-fits-all.

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First, it must be determined whether or not a vapor retarder is present beneath the slab, and if it was placed correctly (i.e., directly below the concrete slab and above any earthen material).

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Most slabs of extended age are not directly underlaid with an effective sub-slab moisture vapor retarder, which is likely the most important component of ASTM F710. ASTM E1745, “Standard ...

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