Category: Crawl Space

What’s That Smell? Here’s Why You Have a Musty Crawl Space Smell

Written on March 17, 2020. Posted in Crawl Space.

Imagine sitting at home enjoying your evening only to notice a terrible odor filling the room and your nostrils. If the pungent stench isn’t coming from your body or dinner, then have you checked your crawl space? Your musty crawl space smell...

Installing and Repairing a Crawl Space Vapor Barrier Preparation

Written on January 27, 2020. Posted in Crawl Space.

In the United States, a homeowner can expect to spend several thousand dollars on repairing the damage caused by crawl space moisture. The more extensive the moisture damage, the more expensive the repair will be. Most people think of roofs when they...

Standing Water in Crawl Space: Causes, Treatment and Dangers

Written on January 24, 2020. Posted in Crawl Space.

Water damage is one of the most costly and horrific issues that your home can face. Not only does water do damage to building materials that it comes in contact with, but it also creates a breeding ground for other issues as well. When thinking about...

Crawl Space Humidity 101: A Complete Guide to Crawl Space Moisture Control

Written on January 17, 2020. Posted in Crawl Space.

A crawl space home foundation differs from a basement or slab. The typical crawl space has a dirt or gravel floor and isn’t tall enough for an adult when standing straight up. A crawl space raises the lowest habitable portion of the home above...

Everything Homeowners Need to Know About the Stack Effect

Written on January 10, 2020. Posted in Crawl Space.

A third of American households struggle to pay off high energy bills. If you want to lower these expenses, energy conservation is a great place to start. But it can only do so much if your home suffers from the stack effect. The stack effect is a major...

9 Tips for Getting Water Out of Your Crawl Space

Written on December 23, 2019. Posted in Crawl Space, Crawl Space Repair.

When your crawl space has water coming in, you need to act quickly. Crawl space water removal isn’t an easy task, but ignoring it is just going to lead to further problems, including mold growth and structural damage. But many of us aren’t...

Dangerous Crawl Space Mold: 8 Tips on How to Prevent it

Written on December 23, 2019. Posted in Crawl Space.

There are few words that strike fear in the heart of a homeowner as much as “mold.” Once mold has gained a foothold in your home, it can be incredibly difficult to get rid of. Unfortunately, the alternative—ignoring it and hoping that the...

What Is The Purpose of a Vapor Barrier?

Written on December 23, 2019. Posted in Crawl Space.

Most of us don’t think about the space under our homes much. But the truth is that you may end up needing costly repairs if you don’t stay on top of it. Vapor barriers are a preventative measure for beneath our floors. So, how do they work?...

How to Dehumidify Crawl Spaces?

Written on September 13, 2019. Posted in Crawl Space, Crawl Space Repair.

Crawl spaces are an integral part of your home and directly impact your health and electricity bills. Yes, you heard it right! In fact, half of the air circulating in your home comes from the crawlspace or basement. The presence of moisture and humidity...

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