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I am about to start new construction in midwest and given all the discussion about insect problems with insulating under concrete slab what should one do?

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  1. John_Fuhrman | | #1

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    Marc: What type of insect problems are associated with rigid foam under slabs?

  2. Guest_ | | #2

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    Carpenter ants and termites.

    Why couldn't a person pour a thin slab, insulate, then pour a structural slab on top?

    1. Guest_ | | #4

      *Montana,A person could do that...I wouldn't need to though...No termites in my neighbohood,Jack : )

  3. Marc_Sillars | | #3

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    I am about to start new construction in midwest and given all the discussion about insect problems with insulating under concrete slab what should one do?

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