Roof Drain Continuous Insulation

In addition to boosting r values thermal performance which prevents heat from escaping ci also reduces moisture damage in the building envelope by lowering condensation within the envelope assembly resulting from vapor diffusion.

Roof drain continuous insulation.

Unlike typical insulation installed between framing members continuous insulation provides an uninterrupted thermal barrier for unparalleled performance. Foamular insul drain insul drain drainage board is designed specifically for foundations to improve thermal foundation performance through a higher r value. Provisions for continuous insulation also occur in masonry walls. Continuous insulation products can also serve as the water resistant barrier and air barrier for a structure providing a 3 in 1 building envelope solution.

Fabric covered channels drain water from vertical foundation walls. Integrating tapered polyiso system with staggered joints into a roof s design will not only improve the thermal performance but also can improve drainage and thus overall longevity of the system. At roof drains the 4 of insulation can taper down to 3 within the area of the drain sump. Continuous insulation for commercial roofs don t forget your hat.

With increased insulation requirements in recent versions of the energy codes continuous insulation on the roof can allow the owner to meet thermal insulation requirements in both low slope roofs as well as cathedral ceilings and conditioned attics. Continuous insulation ci with its rigid foam material properties can cover entire surfaces and be fixed to either the inside or outside of exterior walls. Basically 4 of insulation is required with the only exception at roof drains.