WATER IN THE CRAWLSPACE

IT'S JUST A MATTER OF WHEN THE ISSUES PRESENT THEMSELVES

When a big water issue is present, it is easy to spot and pinpoint in the crawlspace. But when the water appears in the form of high humidity or as damp dirt, the negative effects take time to make themselves apparent. Depending on how the water is effecting the home, the issues may even appear throughout the home and go undetected until a big issue has taken hold. These effects on your home can include:

• Dust mites love a humid environment, and dust mites are the number one indoor allergy!
• Doors and Windows sticking in their frame
• Damp carpeting with odd odors
• Buckling Floors
• Condensation/Rotting/Mold within the attic, the stack effect pulls from the crawlspace to the attic and moisture trapped here, leads to issues!
• Frost or condensation and mold appearing inside of windows during colder weather
• Increased energy bills
• Mold in the home
• Decreased lifespan for roof sheathing and shingles
• Decreased life of the paint on the exterior of the home
• Aggravated asthma and allergies

If your home is experiencing any of these issues, we highly suggest you have a skilled professional out to inspect your crawlspace thoroughly.