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How Do You Get Moisture Out of a Crawl Space?

Getting moisture out of your crawl space is a multi-step process; you can’t just put in a dehumidifier and call it a day. If you’re having regular issues with crawl space humidity, schedule an inspection with a JES crawl space repair expert today. You’ll be able to get personalized information about your crawl space’s issues.

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Do I need a dehumidifier in my crawl space?

You may need a dehumidifier if your crawl space has high humidity, condensation, or ongoing moisture problems. A dehumidifier can help control humidity and reduce excess moisture as part of a comprehensive crawl space encapsulation system. A professional inspection can determine whether a dehumidifier is the right solution for your home’s specific conditions.

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Do Crawl Space Ventilation Fans Work?

Ventilation fans work in the idea that your crawl space needs to “breathe” and you should introduce outside air into your crawl space. In fact, this can make your crawl space moisture problems even worse than they already are. For the most part, it’s important to pursue crawl space encapsulation instead of relying on crawl […]

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Will a Fan Dry Out a Crawl Space?

For the most part, a fan will not actually dry out your crawl space. Certain types of fans may be able to help in specific situations, but a fan that brings outside air into your crawl space will actually raise the humidity of your crawl space and may make your problems worse.

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Can I fix a sagging floor on my own?

No, it is generally not recommended to fix a sagging floor on your own. Sagging floors often indicate underlying crawl space structural problems, such as weakened floor joists, failing support posts, or moisture damage. A professional inspection can identify the cause and determine the best repair solution.

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How do you repair a sagging floor?

Repairing a sagging floor begins with identifying the underlying cause, which may include damaged floor joists, weakened support beams, foundation settlement, or moisture in the crawl space. A professional inspection can determine the source of the problem and recommend the most appropriate repair solution to restore your floor’s stability.

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Reasons to Fix a Sagging Floor

Why should you tackle your sagging floor joists? Many people, especially those who are trying to save money, elect not to fix cosmetic issues in a home for some time. However, it’s important to realize that a sagging floor joist isn’t actually a cosmetic problem, even though it may look like one. If you’re looking […]

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Why Do I Have Sagging Floors?

What causes sagging floors? Although it typically just looks like a cosmetic problem from above, anyone who gets a look underneath will quickly discern that the problem is almost always a sagging floor joist. These joists can fail for a variety of reasons. Are you at a loss when it comes to the sagging floors […]

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How Fast Is the Water Rising?

This can help you understand your next move. If the rain is over and your sump pump is working to pump the water out, you can probably handle a basement that’s a little more flooded than normal for a short period of time. It may be annoying, but it’s usually not a big deal. However, […]

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Has a Fuse Blown?

What if your sump pump isn’t working, but the whole home hasn’t lost power? One possible option may be that a fuse has blown in the area that provides power to the sump pump, but the rest of the home is still benefiting from power. Looking through your fuses can be a confusing process in […]

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Our Locations

Baltimore

8361 Town Center Ct
Nottingham, MD 21236

Fredericksburg

311 Central Rd.
Suite 2-02
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hampton Roads & NE NC

2569 Quality Ct
Virginia Beach, VA 23454

Northern VA & DC

7940 Gainsford Ct.
Bristow, VA 20136

Richmond

309 Quarles Rd
Ashland, VA 23005

Southwest Virginia / Roanoke

2033 Cook Dr.
Salem, VA 24153

Western Virginia

456 Old Courthouse Rd
Appomattox, VA 24522

Winchester

45 W Boscawen St,
Winchester, VA 22601