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The Truth About Cat Pee Odors in Encapsulated Crawl Spaces
~ American Crawlspace Solutions Approximately 5% of encapsulated crawl spaces experience what can best be described as a "cat pee smell." Non-professionals have blamed this odor on everything from mold and rotting wood to the poor hygiene of cats. Some so-called...
We’re Looking at You, Rowsell
Professional Crawlspace Repair Services for Roswell American Crawlspace Solutions is proud to serve the homeowners of Roswell. When you home’s crawl space has ongoing problems elated to moisture seepage, damage can come in many forms. Water and humidity will...
Winter is a Great Time to Think About Basement Drainage Systems
For most of us, it's been a wet winter so far. If you've noticed standing water under your house, ACS can resolve the issue with a drainage system which will automatically remove water from your crawlspace or basement. Does your crawlspace or basement have standing...
Peachtree City Crawlspace Encapsulation Walk-Through
Have you wondered that exactly happens beneath a house during an ACS project?ACS co-owner John Harman walks us through a recently completed project in Peachtree City, including crawlspace encapsulation and mold remediation with our safe and simple soda blasting...
How Crawlspace and Foundation Issues Affect Buying A House
Buying a house is one of the biggest investments anyone will make. And after such a big expenditure, if you were forced to repair problems related to foundation, basement or crawlspace, further significant expenditures would be required. For this reason, it is vital...
Proudly Serving the Homeowners of Douglasville
Whether you require foundation repair or crawlspace encapsulation, American Crawlspace Solutions operates with a “needs based” approach toward solving your crawlspace, basement, or mold problem. You have a choice when it comes to who you allow into your home, and we...
Crawlspace Vents: Open or Closed?
“My dad is a builder, and he says the crawlspace vents have to stay open…the space needs to breathe.” We hear this almost every week in Atlanta during our crawlspace inspections. One of the first questions I’ll ask a customer is “Do you know why your home has those...
How to Fix My Foundation?
Are you looking for a Foundation Repair company and don’t know where to start? Let’s take a quick look at the most common warning signs of foundation failure. Cracks in the Wall If your home is settling, the most common sign would be cracks in the sheetrock....
What kind of animals live in my crawlspace?
The short answer is hopefully none; however, occasionally we do find animals living in Metro Atlanta crawlspaces. Let’s talk about who these guys are, and why they may choose to live under your home. Coming in first on our list in the popular Camel Back...
Crack Repair in Poured Concrete Walls
Modern basements usually have poured concrete walls as opposed to concrete block walls. They look nicer, are stronger, and are way less prone to leak; however, they do tend to develop cracks over time. Mostly, these cracks are what we call “non-structural” or...
Intro to Crawlspace Smells
Here in the Metro Atlanta area during the months of May - September, we have unusually high humidity compared to the rest of the country. It is no big deal to have 80% humidity or higher on any given day. It’s even worse after one of those “pop up” showers we get all...
Crawlspace Encapsulation Timelapse Video
ACS VideoCheck out this time lapse video of the American Crawlspace Solutions crew completing a crawlspace encapsulation project in the Atlanta area.If your home was constructed on a crawlspace, chances are you have open foundation vents in your foundation...
Sagging Floors: What to do if your home has low spots in the floor
Many homes in the Metro Atlanta area suffer from a lack of structural support in the crawlspace. Either the builder didn’t install enough block piers, the ones you have are inadequate, or they were not installed on concrete footings. Over time, as we add more and more...
Crawlspace and Basement Repair Services for Sandy Springs
American Crawlspace Solutions is proud to serve homeowners in Sandy Springs and the entire Atlanta area. ACS specializes in Crawlspace Encapsulation. A sealed crawlspace is a more comprehensive alternative to the traditional wall-vented crawlspace. Other benefits of...
The Interior Warning Signs of a Damaged Foundation or Crawlspace
Foundation problems can be a major issue for any homeowner. As the first thing built, the foundation is the basis of a home’s structural strength. The crawlspace – that is, the space inside the foundation – is directly affected by the overall strength and...
Professional Crawlspace Repair Services for Smyrna
ACS is proud to serve the homeowners of Smyrna, Georgia! When you home’s crawl space or basement has ongoing problems related to moisture seepage, you are at risk of several types of damage. Moisture and humidity will contribute to rotting wooden...
Why does my crawlspace smell bad
One of the most obvious signs of problems related to your home’s crawlspace are various types of odors. There are different problems which produce unpleasant odors in a crawlspace, but the exact source of the bad smell can only be identified after learning the...
America Crawlspace Solutions Is the Trusted Name For Homeowners
No one looks forward to or enjoys home repair projects. But getting the right people to complete the repair is crucial. As a homeowner you are entitled to be very particular about your choice of the repairing contractor, raw materials used, cost of...
What is the difference between an Encapsulated Crawlspace and a Wall‐vented crawlspace?
The short answer is the Encapsulated model is dry whereas the Wall-Vented model is damp. Allow us to explain: Here is the Southeast US, we have predominantly humid weather. Venting this damp air into your crawlspace can only produce a damp space under...
Our Favorite Georgia Beaches
Summer is in full swing and July and August are prime time for family vacations. Those of us who are lucky enough to call Georgia home are blessed that our state has hundreds of miles of beaches and coastline to explore. Here are some of our favorite...