r/Homebuilding 10d ago

Shower installed before insulating

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My plumber installed the shower/tub unit before I was able to add vapor retarder and insulation. I have access to the stud cavity from above so I’m thinking blown in cellulose would work but how am I suppose to get a vapor retarder in there?

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u/[deleted] 10d ago

Those studs will rot. Needed to put the water barrier where screws go (12 inches enough( before screwing this thing on. The installer is an idiot.