A homeowner who wants to add square footage to his property may decide on converting a crawl space to a basement. To do this, can you dig out a crawl space? It’s something you can certainly do but requires careful planning and execution. For a more comprehensive picture, here’s everything you need to know when…
If you have a crawl space in your house, you may be wondering how you can benefit from it. By definition, crawl spaces aren’t large enough to fit furniture or appliances. They won’t even do as storage spaces. Can you put an electrical panel in a crawl space, though? Luckily, the answer is yes! Read…
Are you worried that there’s too much moisture in your crawl space that it might attract mold? If so, you’re probably wondering how to vent it. Venting a crawl space is a three-step process. First, the vent space area needs to be calculated. Then, homeowners should decide on a vent type to use that complies…
Moisture is a common problem in crawl spaces. Sometimes, there may even be pools of water under your homes. Can water in a crawl space cause mold? Standing water, oxygen, along with correct temperature and humidity levels, provides a breeding ground for mold growth. This is a concern you’ll want to get to the bottom…
A crawl space is a convenient area for HVAC installations and other sorts of piping. In addition, it helps improve the air quality by serving as a buffer between your house’s main floor and the ground underneath. All the same, it needs as much maintenance as the rest of your property. Part of that is…
Have you been thinking about getting a house with a crawl space, but keep hearing negative things about it? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many homeowners have been in your shoes, and like you, they also had second thoughts about having a crawl space underneath their house. So, are crawl spaces bad? Yes and no….
Are there signs of mold festering in your crawl space? If there are, you need to address this as soon as possible. Therefore, you may be asking yourself: what kills mold in a crawl space? Several substances are effective in getting rid of mold. They include lime, vinegar, ammonia, hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and borax….
Has it been a while since you’ve checked on your crawl space? If this is the case, you’re probably apprehensive about the state you’ll find it in. You may also be wondering what might be living there. Many pests find dark, moist, and quiet conditions in a crawl space attractive. These pests include snakes, rodents,…
Researchers note that plastic lasts at least 450 years. PEX is like plastic with added Superman. Imagine that! Regardless, PEX freezes at 20℉ on its own. If your winters get below freezing temperatures, your PEX pipe will indeed freeze in your crawl space. Although, its ability to expand with the water keeps it intact below…
Mold is a common problem in closed places, but how much mold in a crawl space is acceptable? Actually, it’s not acceptable to have mold in your crawl space. Mold spreads rapidly, which means that a small amount will still cause problems. Keep reading for more about the causes, symptoms, prevention methods, and removal of…