Basement Spray Foam Insulation in Glenview, IL 60025

Glenview, Northwest Suburb of Chicago

Completed spray foam insulation on a long basement wall behind wooden framing in Glenview

Project Overview

Project Goal: Convert a cold, damp basement into a comfortable, energy-efficient living area by installing high-performance insulation that addresses thermal bridging and moisture intrusion.

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Location: Glenview, IL 60025

Challenges

Year-Round Comfort: The main goal was to help the basement stay at a steady, comfortable temperature so the family could enjoy the extra living space in both the heat of summer and the cold of winter.

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Keeping it Dry: Since the basement had bare concrete walls, we needed a way to block out humidity and keep the surfaces dry to ensure a healthy environment for years to come.

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Stopping Drafts: We focused on sealing up the small gaps around the foundation and rim joists to stop outside air from leaking in and to help the home's heating and cooling system run more efficiently.

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Solution Provided

Green Attic Insulation delivered a permanent weatherization solution tailored to Glenview's climate, using advanced spray foam to create a complete thermal envelope:

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✓ Rim Joist Air Sealing: Our team expertly applied spray foam to the rim joist areas to create a permanent seal at the top of the basement wall, successfully blocking outside drafts and securing the most common areas for air leaks.

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✓ Foundation Wall Insulation: We transformed the basement walls by installing a premium, continuous layer of 2-3 inch closed-cell spray foam. This high-performance upgrade creates a seamless thermal blanket that provides much better protection and efficiency than standard insulation.

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✓ Integrated Moisture Barrier: By using advanced closed-cell foam, we created a reliable water-resistant shield that protects the basement from ground moisture and keeps the concrete foundation surfaces dry.

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Before we started

View of unfinished wooden wall studs in a Glenview basement

Close-up of wall framing and plumbing lines ready for spray foam

Framed basement wall with electrical and plumbing before insulation

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After we finished

Completed spray foam insulation on a basement utility wall behind wooden framing.

Detail of freshly applied spray foam insulation on a Glenview basement wall

Basement perimeter wall fully insulated with white spray foam between studs

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Benefits:

✓ Total Home Comfort: The airtight seal creates a much more comfortable living environment by eliminating drafts and keeping the floors on the level above warmer throughout the winter.

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✓ Mold and Pest Resistance: Unlike traditional fiberglass, spray foam does not provide a food source for mold and it seals off the small crevices that pests typically use as entry points.

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✓ Major Energy Savings: Sealing these critical gaps around the foundation can help homeowners reduce their monthly heating and cooling expenses by 20% to 30%.

Project impact and Client Outcome

This Glenview project successfully transformed a "storage-only" basement into a fully conditioned space ready for finishing or comfortable daily use. The homeowner achieved a healthier indoor environment with improved air quality by eliminating musty odors and outdoor pollutants.

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Green Attic Insulation remains the trusted partner for North Suburb homeowners seeking long-term, eco-friendly insulation upgrades that increase home value and provide immediate comfort.

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