Are Wet Foundation Walls Bad?

I think it is fair to say that many contractors and home builders do not consider wet foundation walls to be a bad thing. If they did, they would put more emphasis on properly waterproofing the outside of the home during construction. Many times, crawl space repair contractors seem not interested in addressing wet foundation…

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Why is My Crawl Space Wet After New HVAC Install?

It is common for homeowners to experience extremely wet crawl spaces after installing a new heating and air conditioning system. In the warmer, more humid parts of the country, it is quite common to have the HVAC system running way colder than the previous one. Moisture can find its way into crawl spaces even when…

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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…

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What is Efflorescence and Should I be Worried?

People with crawl spaces often ask what is efflorescence, and should I be worried if it is present? Some homeowners are concerned that efflorescence could be a type of mold? Efflorescence is usually harmless, but it is an indication of a problem that could pose harm to you and your home. So What is Efflorescence?…

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