Crawl Space Repair Tips

There are many problems that can arise or go wrong with your crawlspace. This article is going to help you maintain your crawlspace, so that you won’t have to pay unnecessary bills that could have been prevented in the first place. Information in this article will help you keep your crawlspace free of odor, mold, and other fungi.

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE PROPER VENTILATION

All crawlspaces need vents, and this is not only for ventilation, but also for a building code requirement. Having these vents will help the old air cycle out and have new air cycle in, to keep your crawlspace updated with fresh air. Having this cycle of air will also help reduce the build up of mold that can grow inside your crawlspace. Although these air vents are not enough to prevent moisture from building up inside your crawlspace. To prevent moisture from building up inside your crawlspace it is best to cover the soil in the crawlspace with a vapor retarder. Using a vapor retarder will greatly reduce the moisture in your crawlspace by blocking water vapors from surfacing. However, did you know that proper insulation can also retard the growth of mold and fungi? Lucky for Fenwick Island crawl space encapsulation experts from First Class HVAC offers this service. We also have Lewes crawl space encapsulation experts that can assist those nearby.

REDUCING YOUR PEST PROBLEMS

There are many different types of pests that can make their way into your crawlspaces, and this will become a very difficult problem once the pests start to build up. There are many different types of pests to be aware of and they include spiders, snakes, centipedes, silverfish, cockroaches, rats, mice, dust mites, and termites. All of these different types of vermin love living in crawlspaces, and if you do not take care of the moisture problems that can occur, then the pests will just keep coming back. To get rid of these pests can be a very difficult task, and sometimes it is best to call an exterminator if some of your attempts to not rid your crawlspace of the pests. One way you can try to get rid of them without the help of an exterminator, is by purchasing a crawlspace dehumidifier. An indirect option is to eliminate the moisture, so pests will be discouraged to live inside. For installation, you can contact our Middletown crawl space encapsulation employee or if you live near Milford crawl space encapsulation experts from First Class can also assist you.

KEEP YOUR CRAWLSPACE INSULATED

If you do not insulate the ceiling of the crawlspace, cold air will rise and cool the ceiling of the crawlspace. When this happens your floors inside your house will start to become increasingly and noticeably colder. It is best to keep the ceiling of your crawlspace well insulated to keep the floor of house warm and to also reduce your energy cost, by reducing how much you use your heater. Should you need assistance we have our Dover crawl space encapsulation staff ready to help you.

For all your crawlspace needs First Class HVAC is here to help, we have professionals that come out to your house and will help you with all your crawlspace needs. Whether it be helping with insulation or cleaning it up, you can count on us. Our business can be found in almost all areas of Delaware and some in Maryland. You can choose from our Bethany Beach crawl space encapsulation team, Milton crawl space encapsulation team or our Rehoboth Beach crawl space encapsulation staff. Rest assured that all our staff from different locations are well-trained and certified.

For more information on maintaining your home’s crawlspace please feel free to contact us!