What an annoying experience it is when your crawl space develops a musty odor that ends up in your house. Even worse, this unpleasant smell is usually accompanied by germs that can pose a health risk to family members. If you’re among the many people wondering “Why does my crawl space smell musty?” This post…
As a homeowner, moisture can be your house’s greatest enemy. Not only does it damage the walls and foundation, but high humidity causes mold growth. Even when using a dehumidifier, excessive moisture from crawl spaces results in all those issues. Luckily, installing vapor retarders can prevent water from seeping into your home. Continue reading this…
Crawl space encapsulation is the process of completely separating the area beneath your house from the actual living space inside your home. Its purpose is to prevent the air in the crawl space from moving to your living environment. Besides creating a healthier atmosphere in the house, sealing off the crawl space helps keep the…
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says that one inch of water could cost $25,000 in damages to your house! Crawl spaces are constantly at risk of getting flooded because they’re underground. With the huge cost that you could incur if that happens, you may wonder if you should have a sump pump to drain water…
If your house has a crawl space, you may have noticed puddles of standing water. So, you start to wonder: is water in a crawl space normal? While a certain amount of moisture in a crawl space is to be expected, standing water is a problem. If left unchecked, it can promote mold and mildew…
A crawl space is a structure that creates a gap between your house and the ground. Sometimes it’s used to conceal plumbing pipes, electrical wires, and HVAC equipment. Does a crawl space need insulation, though? In this post, we’ll talk about the reasons why you should insulate your crawl space, what type of insulation to…
Picture this: you take a tiny, dank crawl space and turn it into a home gym or a mini movie theater room. That sounds awesome, but now you’re probably wondering if that’s even possible. That takes us to a question that we get a lot: can you turn a crawl space into a basement? Yes,…
Crawl space insulation is a great way to improve your home’s energy efficiency and comfort. Without proper crawl space insulation, you may feel your home’s floor is too cold in winter or too warm during summer. Insulating a crawl space might seem like a daunting task, but with the proper equipment and basic knowledge, you…
A crawl space foundation may be costly, but it’s the most convenient option for sloped areas and earthquake-prone locations. It creates an open-air space underneath the house for ductwork, plumbing pipes, and cables, so people often prefer it over a slab foundation. But how much does it cost to build a crawl space? The answer…
Although we often think of crawl spaces as small, unfinished areas beneath the house or building, they can be much more than that. Crawl spaces have a significant impact on the overall health and safety of the building. Besides their functionality, they can work as an additional living space with proper renovations. There are numerous…