Posts Tagged ‘humid crawl space’
Warning Signs of Crawl Space Water Problems
There are many warning signs of crawl space water problems, so today we are going to talk about how to tell if your crawl space is wet without using moisture meters. Now, most of the time when you go into the crawl space, if you have those meters, it really paints the picture if you…
Read MoreMisconception: Crawl Space Dehumidifier With No Vapor Barrier
Installing a crawl space dehumidifier with no plastic is a mistake all homeowners should avoid. When it comes to crawl space humidity control, the dehumidifier is the heart, but you need other items to help. The Crawl Space Needs a Dehumidifier Crawl space dehumidifiers are vital in controlling humidity. Crawl space encapsulation with dehumidification can…
Read MoreMisconception: Using HVAC to Control Moisture in Crawl Space
Are you planning to use your home’s HVAC to control moisture in the crawl space? What are the pros and cons of this project? Have you discussed moisture and crawl space humidity control with your Heating and Air Conditioning contractor? HVAC Removes Humidity Your home’s HVAC unit is great at removing high humidity. That is…
Read MoreMisconception: Loose Laid Vapor Barrier is Enough to Control Moisture
If you think installing a loose-laid vapor barrier in your crawl space is enough to control moisture and stop humidity, think again. Our building practices demand we install a thin 6-mil loose-laid vapor barrier in a vented crawl space. This is the minimum install required by code but it is just a minimum. Not upgrading…
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