The Ultimate Guide to Insulating a Crawl Space
What You Need to Know About Crawl Space Insulation Insulating a crawl space can help improve your home’s energy efficiency and protect pipes from freezing as well as structural damage. When installing insulation, you are investing in the long-term health of your living space and can possibly generate savings because of it. Is Crawl Space […]
Benefits of a Finished Crawl Space
A finished crawl space protects this critical area of your home from common threats like moisture damage. It can also be used to increase your home’s marketability and prevent pests from intruding your living space. Today, we are going to discuss some of the key benefits of a finished crawl space. Taking steps to upgrade […]
Does Your Crawl Space Need a Vapor Barrier?
Dirt floor crawl spaces don’t win many popularity contests. If you’ve got one, you’ve likely heard all the warnings, and maybe you’ve seen some of the problems first-hand. First of all, let’s note: having a dirt floor crawl space is not a travesty. It’s not a home-purchase deal-breaker and the challenges you’ll face can all […]
Do Crawlspace Fans Actually Work?
Many homeowners turn to crawlspace fans in an attempt to address humidity problems. Are they effective, though? Today, we’re going to cover this topic in detail. The Problem with Crawlspace Fans Crawlspace fans require crawlspace vents to function. The fan is pointed into the crawlspace to circulate outside air. In theory, cycling the air can […]
How to Treat Efflorescence on Basement Walls
Have you ever seen chalky, white, and powdery residue on your concrete basement walls? This is known as efflorescence, and while it is generally harmless on its own, it can often indicate growing concerns that you shouldn’t ignore. In this post, we’re going to cover what efflorescence is, what its appearance on your basement walls […]
What to Do About a Leak in Concrete Basement Walls
When you find a leak in your concrete basement or crawl space walls, this can prove a stressful situation. Unlike a leak in drywall or your ceiling, a leak in concrete often indicates a crack in a structural component of the house. It’s not as simple as finding the source behind the wall and replacing […]
How to Dry Out Your Crawlspace After a Leak: 4 Methods
When a leak happens, your crawlspace may accumulate excess moisture, which can pose potential damage to the rest of your house. You may be wondering, is there a way to dry it out? Thankfully, there are some measures you can take to help prevent moisture accumulation before a leak as well as ways to dry […]
3 Methods for Waterproofing Your Basement Interior
Using proper basement waterproofing methods for your interior is a proactive way to prevent water damage and protect your home. Whether you have an unfinished basement, a finished one, or crawlspace, maintaining a dry environment is essential. We recommend using these three methods together to keep your basement interior as protected as possible. Most people […]
Flooding Crawl Space? You May Need To Encapsulate It
If your home has a crawl space, you might have considered crawl space encapsulation at some point. However, how can you be sure that crawl space encapsulation is right for your home? We are going to take a closer look at which types of crawl spaces require encapsulation, and what you should do to protect […]
A 3-Step Guide To Installing A Crawl Space Vapor Barrier In Your Home
More than 27 million homes in the U.S. have crawl spaces. And even though they’re exceedingly useful for extra home storage, it’s absolutely essential to keep them protected and dry to avoid the possibility of water and mold damage by installing a crawl space vapor barrier. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), 100% of […]
