Some people seem to think that fixing bouncy or sagging floors can be a DIY project that you may be able to fix with the addition of a brick or a stack of wood. However, you should always consult an expert if you’re experiencing issues with bouncy floors. It’s true that this method of providing additional support, […]
That “musty smell” that many people think of as being indicative of a regularly functioning crawl space is actually not an intended crawl space feature. The musty crawl space smell actually occurs because of mold growth, which feeds off moisture to grow. This is exactly why a “musty smell” should be a sign that you need […]
On an aesthetic level, an unlined crawl space tends to smell unpleasant. These types of smells tend to arise as a result of precipitation and the unprotected dirt or materials you’ve left unlined in the space. The smells coming from your crawl space can rise up through your home along with unpleasant, moist air and […]
Crawl space encapsulation can help lower energy costs by reducing moisture, outside air, and temperature transfer beneath the home. JES Foundation Repair uses solutions such as vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, drainage, sump pumps, and insulation panels to improve crawl space conditions and enhance energy efficiency.
Crawl space encapsulations help you create a sealed area within your crawl space. In doing so, they make it easier for you to prevent unwanted humidity and, in turn, to deal with it accordingly. If something breaks the seal you have on your crawl space, you might find yourself contending with a spread of moisture […]
Crawl space encapsulation is the process of sealing a crawl space with a durable vapor barrier and other moisture-control measures to help reduce humidity and water vapor. Depending on the home’s needs, encapsulation may also include sealing vents, insulating walls, and installing a dehumidifier to create a drier, healthier crawl space environment.
The stack effect is a condition in a home describing the behavior of air based on its density. Air that is warmer has a less significant density than cooler air. As a result, warmer air tends to rise to the top of a home. However, if the air in your crawl space takes on an […]
Humidity, unfortunately, is not a harmless visitor in your home. If you allow humidity to gather in your crawl space, then you may find yourself contending with unwanted damage in the days, weeks, and months to come. Humidity, after all, does more than make your space uncomfortable to live in. Unwanted moisture in the air […]
What are your options when it comes to slab foundation repair? The good news is, there are many ways to repair a broken slab concrete foundation. However, you need to make sure you’re using a repair that will actually work for your needs. The best repair will depend on your specific situation. These are some […]
It should be clear why you should look into your cracked slab foundation. However, if you want additional reasons to discuss slab foundation repair with a JES expert, you may want to know what could happen if you ignore the concrete slab foundation cracks. Although there are many potential problems that can arise if you […]
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