Laying down layers of rigid foam

Site overview on foam installation day.

The foam is brilliant white from the clear sun, making it hard to see inside the foundation.

Hand saw through 5 3/8″ EPS.

A table saw was used to cut long, straight sections by flipping the block over and cutting in from both sides.


Fitting the 5 3/8″ x 4′ x16′ blocks.

South end corner foam installation detail.


The revealed square of concrete will be filled up to level with the top slab concrete pour. It will support a structural column inside the house.