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Thanks for your question! When it comes to the crawl space it can seem that out of sight means safely out of mind. That simply isn’t true. M

You’ve probably heard lots of different answers about the value of installing plastic on your foundation wall. Ultimately, if you are lookin

Water coming in from outside is a hassle that needs to addressed in a hurry. Let’s take a look at common culprits and solutions.Start with g

That’s a good question! The answer is you will still benefit but clearance in the crawl space may present a challenge without the right tool

Closed crawl spaces mean less worry about excess moisture and the problems it brings. Still, it is impossible to remove absolutely all moist

If you have a crawl space and the cupping is upward, then hot, moist air from the outside is entering the crawl space. The wood floors then

No, all debris should be removed from the crawl space before you put in a vapor barrier.

Many things can cause a musty smell. You might need a ventilating fan in the bathroom. You could have poor indoor air qualit

Yes. You need to level your crawl space to create positive drainage.

Small cracks in foundation walls may be sealed with caulking, cement or expandable foam. If you can, monitor cracks to see if there's an

Holes in foundation walls need to be sealed to prevent outside air from moving into the crawl space.  Use materials such as caulkin

In your area, installing a vent designed to relieve water pressure in the event of a flood is important. There are vents available that