You’ve got a crawl space under your home. It’s not a place you like to visit unless you are storing away the pool supplies of other outdoor stuff you don’t need in the yard anymore. Understanding the impact of your crawlspace on the health of your home is essential, especially controlling moisture levels to prevent mold growth, rot, and other problems.
Properly ventilating your crawl space improves air flow to prevent the growth of mold or rotting. This normally involves having vents on opposite walls to allow fresh air to enter and circulate, carrying away moisture. An even better solution is the installation of a crawl space ventilation system which monitors the moisture level and then automatically turns on when it is time to expel the moisture out of the crawl space.
It is also important to keep your crawl space clean and free of dirt and debris, thus ensuring proper air flow.
Consulting a qualified basement waterproofing and basement ventilation expert like Best Buy Waterproofing is a smart idea. We can inspect your crawl space and recommend the right solutions for keeping it ventilated and moisture free. Recommendations could include proper encapsulation of your crawl space, closing off foundation cracks and the installation of a proper ventilation system.
