Under-Slab Insulation Complete - Second Aerial View
Photo Details
- Date: October 22, 2025
- Time: 6:51 PM (approaching dusk)
- Weather: Light to moderate drizzle, 47-51°F. Wet conditions visible.
- Phase: Foundation - Under-slab insulation installation complete
- Location: 309 E. 7th St., Clare, MI
- View: Aerial/elevated view from different angle
Description
This second aerial photo, taken about an hour after the previous one, shows the completed Creatherm insulation installation from a slightly different perspective, with late afternoon lighting highlighting the installation details.
Visible Elements
- Creatherm Insulation Coverage:
- Bright orange foam panels with white stripes covering entire slab area
- Two square openings for thickened concrete pads (future 2-post car lift foundation)
- Consistent panel layout and alignment
- Clean installation with tight seams between panels
- PEX loops visible on left side in mechanical room area for future boiler connections
- Foundation Perimeter:
- Wooden form boards defining the slab boundaries
- Dark perimeter insulation visible along edges
- Excavated trench around foundation perimeter
- Site Context:
- Red truck partially visible in lower right
- Sand/gravel stockpile on left side of property
- White house with chain-link fence in background
- Natural wood privacy fence on right boundary
- Dramatic fall foliage with vibrant orange, red, and yellow trees
- Partly cloudy sky with blue patches and white clouds
- Lighting:
- Late afternoon sun creating longer shadows
- Softer lighting compared to midday photos
Technical Details
The completed insulation installation shows:
- 110 sheets of 9x4 Creatherm as specified in delivery invoice
- 2-inch thickness for R-10 thermal resistance under slab
- Proper coverage with no visible gaps or missing sections
- Utility penetrations properly planned and cut
- Perimeter foam installed for frost protection
Construction Timeline Context
This photo was taken approximately:
- 2 days after the material delivery (Oct 21)
- 2-3 days after excavation and forming (Oct 20)
- Shows the foundation ready for the next critical phase: PEX tubing installation
Related Documents
- Delivery invoice for hydronic heating - 110 sheets of 9x4 Cratherm delivered
- Hershberger’s Contract - Foundation and insulation specifications
- Garage HVAC and Heating - In-floor radiant heating system
- Garage Insulation - Thermal performance specifications
- Sequence to build garage - Construction sequence planning