Are There Other Ways Moisture Can Infiltrate Your Crawl Space?

Of course, any standing water or humidity found within your crawl space could have seeped through in a different way. Though open ventilation is one cause, it certainly is not the only way moisture can infiltrate this space. 

• Hydrostatic Pressure 

Your foundation, which is found within your crawl space, may very well be the cause. It is possible that it has cracked or shifted from its original alignment, allowing water to flow into this space more easily. 

This itself is mainly caused by hydrostatic pressure, which is when the soil surrounding your foundation absorbs so much water that the weight of it all can either shatter or shift your foundation. 

Moisture collected in the surrounding soil may also have seeped in through the concrete’s pores, which can cause small leaks to spring as well. This moisture may also remain trapped within the pores until winter when it expands into ice and causes the foundation to crack from within. 

• Settling 

It is possible that a heavy storm might also wash away the soil surrounding your foundation. Without this support, your foundation is likely to settle or even crack. This allows the flood to then infiltrate your crawl space if enough water seeps through. 

In summary, moisture infiltration can occur in several other ways that have nothing to do with poor ventilation. This is why you need to call a crawl space expert to find out what the problem truly is. JES 

Foundation Repair offers free crawl space inspections so you can get our opinion on the matter at no cost to you.