Attention homeowners in Snellville!

If your home was constructed on a crawlspace, chances are you have foundation vents in your foundation walls. Contrary to popular belief, instead of forcing humid air out of the crawlspace, they allow the humid exterior air to enter to your crawlspace. This leads to excess moisture beneath your home which leads, in turn, to mold, fungus, and foul odors in the crawlspace.

Crawlspace vents need to be closed in order to prevent unwanted humid air. Dirt crawlspaces also need a proper vapor barrier installed on the floor and exterior walls. This is called Crawlspace Encapsulation. An encapsulated crawlspace will properly prevent humidity, leading to a healthier and more energy efficient home.

The warning signs of a damp crawl space:

• Uneven floors in the first floor of a house
• Musty scents coming from below your home
• Insects seen entering the basement or crawlspace
• Water standing around the footing of the home
• Recent vision, skin or respiratory problems

Solutions for Your Crawl Space Moisture Problem

To further assist with excess humidity in the area beneath your home, we can also outfit your crawlspace with an automated dehumidifier system to remove extra moisture from the air. Dehumidifiers are a simple and reliable solution. By removing humidity from the air beneath your home, mold will not be able to grow in the area beneath your house. A moisture-free crawlspace is a safe crawlspace.

Contact us today and we will meet you at a time of your convenience to discuss and assess your foundation issues. Anywhere in our community and the surrounding area, we’ll be there for you. All work performed by your local American Crawlspace Solutions expert is licensed, insured and guaranteed for your protection and peace of mind.