Posts Tagged ‘vapor barrier odors’
Is Old Crawl Space Butyl Tape Reusable?
Q: What happens to butyl tape when you replace the vapor barrier in a few years? Is old butyl tape reusable for the new vapor barrier? Would I have to apply a new strip of butyl tape under or over the currently installed rubberized butyl tape? A: I don’t recommend using old butyl tape if…
Read MoreCrawl Space Vapor Barrier FAQs
Many homeowners are unsure if a crawl space vapor barrier is needed. Much less what type of vapor barrier to use. How should the vapor barrier be installed and much more. We will be answering many of these crawl space vapor barrier FAQs and more in this article. If your question is not answered below,…
Read MoreWhat is a Class 1 Vapor Retarder?
Crawl spaces require a class 1 vapor retarder to be installed on the exposed dirt to assist in moisture control. Although, moisture control is the goal, rarely is installing a vapor retarder alone able to control moisture. Many builders and home improvement contractors are under the assumption that throwing down plastic controls crawl space moisture…
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: 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…
Read MoreHow to Remove Crawl Space Odors Under the Vapor Barrier
Are you concerned about crawl space odors under the vapor barrier? Have you recently encapsulated your crawl space and noticed odors under the plastic? In this article, we will discuss how to remove crawl space odors from under the vapor barrier. What Causes Odors Under the Vapor Barrier Many companies install crawl space encapsulation vapor…
Read MoreCauses of Crawl Space Cat Urine Smell
Crawl space odors are difficult to deal with, and one of the worst is the cat urine smell. Many crawl spaces suffer from cat pee odors, and often times the vapor barrier is the cause. Whether directly or indirectly. The type of plastic and installation methods can create cat urine type odors in the crawl…
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