The holiday season brings joy, celebration, and often a full house. But when you host and entertain guests, your crawl space will quietly take on more than its share of stress. Extra showers, constant cooking, frequent laundry, and increased foot traffic all push more warm, humid air through your home. And because up to half […]
Encapsulation is a comprehensive approach to sealing and conditioning the space beneath your home, so it works with your house instead of against it. It’s a wise improvement to make in autumn because it protects your home from moisture, cold air, and future damage before harsh winter conditions set in. What Is Crawl Space Encapsulation?
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As temperatures drop and days grow shorter, pests begin searching for warm places to survive the winter. Unfortunately for your home, your crawl space is a tempting target. Dark, damp, and rarely checked, crawl spaces are one of the most common entry points for rodents and insects in the fall. If pests are already under
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Humidity is a hidden danger that often gets overlooked on homeowners’ winterization checklists. Though the autumn air feels cooler, it still holds plenty of moisture, which can wreak havoc on your crawl space. If you fail to seal and protect this area before winter arrives, lingering humidity can create problems that quickly spread throughout your
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One of the most crucial areas to add to your winterization checklist is the one you rarely see – your crawl space. Fall humidity may not be as noticeable as it is in the summer, but it can quietly build up beneath your home. Moisture freezes and expands once winter arrives, escalating minor problems. Addressing
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As the weather cools and leaves cover the ground, your home faces a new set of seasonal challenges. Most homeowners focus on winterizing tasks like raking and roof maintenance, leaving an even bigger threat hiding underfoot – mold growth in their crawl spaces. Autumn brings a combination of wet leaves, heavy rain, and lingering humidity
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Fall is the perfect time to get your home ready for the cold weather ahead. From cleaning gutters to sealing drafts, most homeowners have a long list of maintenance tasks before winter arrives. Unfortunately, many people neglect their crawl spaces when putting together their fall home checklists. Your crawl space affects your home’s comfort, safety,
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Choosing the correct material to insulate your crawl space is vital. Homeowners often debate whether to use faced or unfaced insulation. Both options control temperature and energy costs, but each works differently, so the appropriate choice depends on your crawl space’s design, climate, and moisture conditions. What’s the Difference Between Faced and Unfaced Insulation? Faced
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When your home’s foundation begins to crack, shift, or weaken, it can compromise your entire structure. Concrete foundations are built to last for decades, but factors like soil movement, poor drainage, and excess moisture can cause significant damage over time. That’s why professional concrete foundation repair is critical for protecting your home’s value and safety.
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Your crawl space may be out of sight, but it should never be out of mind. This often-overlooked area beneath your home can quietly develop problems that affect everything from your indoor air quality to your home’s structural integrity. Issues like excess moisture, pest infestations, mold growth, and poor ventilation will ultimately lead to costly
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