Wet Crawl Space
Many homes built on crawl space foundations in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill and all parts of the Triangle, suffer from poor moisture management.
Although you may rarely pay it a visit, and although it's hidden underneath your floorboards, the crawl space in your home isn't something that should be considered "out of sight, out of mind."
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If water is leaking into the crawl space, an interior drainage system must be installed to remove this water. Allowing water to accumulate in the crawl space will cause foundation damage, mold issues and odors that will affect the rest of your home.
Not sure if you have a wet Crawl Space?
These are some common syptoms of Crawl Space moisture problems:
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Mold or moisture damage in the crawl space or living area
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Musty odors in the living area
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Condensation ("sweating") on air conditioning ductwork or equipment
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Condensation on insulation, water pipes or truss plates in the crawl space
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Buckled hardwood floors
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High humidity in the living area
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Insect infestations
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Rot in wooden framing members
How does water enter my Crawl Space?
- During periods of heavy rain, water soaks into the soil and begins to move to the lowest level of grade.
- Rainwater can also soak through the walls and form condensation on the inner block walls of the crawl space.
- In a high humidity climate like we have in Central North Carolina, foundation vents on a house can also be a serious source of water intrusion. Hot, humid air is allowed to pass through these vents and condensation occurs on HVAC ducts, floor joists and insulation.
Now is the time to fix your wet Crawl Space.
We will dry up your damp crawl space and keep it rodent, insect and mold for years to come. Our work includes a lifetime warranty, so you can be confident in our expertise. Contact us today and save 5% on your crawl space waterproofing.
