What is the minimum insulation value for insulation between the edge of the slab and foundation wall?

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2 years ago Updated: July 12, 2022

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Emmanuel B. Cosgrove Best answer 2 years ago

To meet code requirments as well as just to build energy and efficient slab foundations and homes, I would first check our BC Step Code made easy page for information on that. Building codes vary too much between states, provinces and even cities for us to keep up with unfortunately.

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