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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 your home. Essentially, if you introduce damp air into a space, it doesn’t magically become dry. Despite the insistence of many home builders and countless family members who seem to know how to fix things, vented crawlspaces in the...
The Ultimate Crawlspace Team: Encapsulation And Dehumidifiers
Many of our customers ask whether or not they really need a dehumidifier for their crawlspace. While the building code for encapsulated crawlspaces does call for the installation of a dehumidifier, we can help you whether or not you want to buy one. At American...
When selling your home, don’t overlook the basement or crawlspace
Selling a home is as difficult as buying one. And for homeowners trying to sell their homes, there are a myriad of obstacles and repairs to deal with before a house is sold. Buyers are very careful when purchasing a home, checking every single point about the home...
Why Pest Control Companies Have No Business Treating Mold
Many Pest Control companies are now offering mold and fungus treatments in Atlanta. When you call to schedule the annual termite inspection, often the technician emerges from the crawlspace with new information for you: "you have a fungus problem." They...
Ethan is our July Employee of the Month
Meet our July 2020 Employee of the Month, Ethan! Meet our July 2020 Employee of the Month, Ethan. Ethan is one of our crew managers and helps us take good care of our customers. Crawlspace encapsulation, foundation repair, and soda blasting... he can handle anything...
How Dehumidifiers Work to Reduce Humidity and Why Reducing Humidity in Your Home is Better for Your Health
Dehumidifiers are used for regulating humidity by removing excessive moisture from the air. This ensures an environment which is inhospitable for allergens like mold, dust mites, and mildew. Dehumidifiers work similar to air conditioners. Moist air enters the...
Warning Signs That You Have A Leaky Basement or Crawlspace Under Your Home
Leaky basements can be a significant problem for homeowners. Water intrusion into a basement can cause structural damages to your home, attract mold and other pests, and damage your prized possessions. The best way to deal with leaky basements is to hire the...
Video: Open foundation vents lead to excess humidity and condensation under your house
Take a look at this quick video from ACS co-owner John Harman showing how open foundation vents can lead to excess humidity and condensation under a house.
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...
Summer is Coming! Here are Some of Our Favorite Outdoor Places in Georgia
Georgia is full of beautiful and spectacular outdoor destinations. The Peach State offers something for everyone of varied interests. You can enjoy stunning parks, hiking trails, waterfalls, canyon walls, and endless forests which will enchant you and help you relax...
Humidity and Crawlspaces Don’t Mix Well
Humidity and Crawlspaces Don't Mix Well Here in Georgia it's hot and humid, and if you leave your crawlspace vents open you are letting all of the humidity under the house. Yes, I know you've heard the vents are supposed to be open, and your bug man may have told you...
Crawlspace Encapsulation: How it Works, How it Benefits the Homeowner
Crawlspace Encapsulation is becoming increasingly popular these days. It provides an effective solution for controlling indoor moisture in the home’s crawlspace. In crawlspace encapsulation, a heavy-duty polyethylene barrier is added to completely cover the...
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American Crawlspace SolutionsProject Image Gallery About American Crawlspace Solutions 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...
Meet our May 2020 Employee of the Month, James!
Many of our customers will recognize James as the lead guy on many of our projects. He has been employed with ACS for over 5 years and does an excellent job. He is well-versed in our trade, handling everything from sump pump installation to foundation lifting. There...
Five Tips to Avoid a Coronavirus Scam
Scammers and shady businesses are actively taking advantage of the confusion and worry surrounding the coronavirus pandemic. Follow these five simple tips to avoid being taken advantage of. Report Suspected Scams If you become the target of someone you suspect...
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...
Health Problems Related to Mold in Your Home
Mold is a form of fungus which can live anywhere-outdoors or indoors- any time of the year provided a dark, damp and humid environment on which it thrives. If your basement or crawlspace experiences high levels of wetness and dampness, mold will certainly grow there....
Our Service Area
We are proud to serve the biggest and smallest cities, including Zetella
Our Service Area: Zetella, GeorgiaACS provides basement and crawl space waterproofing services for homeowners in Zetella, Georgia. The dedicated and professional team at American Crawlspace Solutions specializes in crawl space encapsulation. Crawl Space encapsulation...
Crawlspace Waterproofing for Snellville GA
ACS is locally-owned basement and crawl space repair contractor. We are proud to serve homeowners in Snellville, Georgia as well as the greater Atlanta area. We specialize in Crawlspace Encapsulation. A sealed crawlspace is a more comprehensive alternative to the...
Monticello Georgia Crawlspace Repair Services
Our Service Area: Monticello, GeorgiaAmerican Crawlspace Solutions is proud to serve homeowners in the community of Monticello, Georgia. ACS provides dedicated and professional foundation repair services as well as basement and crawlspace waterproofing services....
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...