Crawl Space Dehumidifier – Does Your Home Need One?
Crawl space moisture can be a problem for homeowners who live in damp, humid climates. Depending on the extent of moisture, your home may become permanently damaged. Foundation repairs can reach the ten-thousand-dollar price range. Foundation repair wisdom says to prevent the damage with encapsulation. What happens when you cannot currently afford encapsulation? How do […]
5 Important Things You Need To Know About Foundation Repair
Cracks on walls and roofs and damage to the property owner’s worst nightmares need foundation repair. These faults that we often overlook can turn out to be a catastrophe and lead to hefty expenses in the future. Not to mention, these damages can jeopardize the safety of occupants and the structural integrity of the building […]
When Is Crawl Space Encapsulation Necessary? Signs & Conditions to Check
This guide focuses on the conditions that can justify encapsulation, including persistent ground vapor, high humidity, condensation, and open-air moisture entry. Standing water and structural damage should be evaluated separately because encapsulation alone may not address those problems. Crawl areas or Crawl Space Encapsulation are found in roughly 20% of newly constructed homes in the […]
Keep Insulation From Falling Down In Crawl Space
Tips on How To Keep Insulation From Falling Down In The Crawl Space Your crawl space is the area of your home that requires insulation to seal out moisture, heat, and ac leaks. When it fails to stay intact, it can lead to a soggy, nasty mess that allows mold to colonize on the wood […]
5 Reasons to Encapsulate Your Crawl Space
Should You Encapsulate Your Crawl Space?. This mindset may cost you in the future. Since we do not see our crawl space every day, foundation damage may occur without us ever knowing. Not only does a leak in your crawlspace create potential health hazards, but it also leads to foundation decay. Here are five solid […]
Value Of An Encapsulated Crawl Space
Encapsulated Crawl Space An Encapsulated Crawl Space is the best system to use for foundation protection. An encapsulated crawl space is when a moisture barrier is installed to protect the crawl space of a home from environmental moisture and sealing it off so nothing can get in. Moisture can get trapped in un-attended crawls spaces […]