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Energy Saving Basement Window Insulation

If you have older single pane basement windows with the metal frame, it’s a good idea to make rigid foam panels to seal them in the winter months. Using 1-2 inch rigid foam board will increase the R value from 0 to as much as 6. The biggest energy savings, return on investment, comes from going from 0 or no insulation to 6-10.

Watch this Video to learn how to install rigid foam insulation in your basement windows.

If you’d like to keep light flowing into your basement, you can still use caulk to seal where the metal frame meets the cement blocks or concrete. Remember the tip about cobwebs, the more cobwebs, the more airflow. Try to seal areas with the most cobwebs first.