If you’ve just moved into a new space, or if you want to try and finish an unfinished basement, you may be tempted to lay down a few layers of paint. Before you do, it is important to look over your basement walls for signs of water damage. If you live in a home that […]
It’s common for many homeowners to want to try DIY fixes for problems. This can help in some situations, so why not crawl space encapsulation? Is it possible for you to perform crawl space encapsulation on your own? Could DIY crawl space encapsulation be less expensive than taking it to a professional? The short answer […]
The reason vapor barriers are such an important part of a closed crawl space is that moisture is basically your crawl space’s greatest enemy. Moisture is great at finding its way into places it doesn’t belong, and you need to be sure it can’t get into your crawl space. How can you keep moisture out […]
Another important component of a closed crawl space is a vapor barrier. Do you need a thicker vapor barrier? What’s the right type of vapor barrier to get? What types of crawl spaces need a vapor barrier? When it comes to vapor barriers, here’s how to maximize your enclosed crawl space. 6-Mil to 20-Mil Vapor […]
One thing many crawl spaces still have is open vents. These vents allow outside air and water into the crawl space. Can you keep your crawl space vents with an enclosed crawl space, or do you have to remove them? What do they do? Is it important to close or keep them? These are the […]
Sealing your crawl space vents is just one part of the encapsulation process. There are actually many steps in the encapsulation process because it can be difficult to complete encapsulation fully. Here’s an overview of that full process. Address Standing Water and Leakage First off, you need to address any standing water or other leakage […]
The good news is that if you’re willing to condition your crawl space, you can reap the benefits. These are a few of those benefits. Reduced Allergy Flareups A small but significant benefit of a conditioned crawl space is that you’re less likely to have allergy flareups. Dust mites, mold, mildew, and other moisture-related issues […]
The biggest problem is that so-called “experts” have often told people that vents actually benefit their crawl space, so learning that it’s not the case can be devastating. Open crawl space vents, especially those that are open year-round, can cause a huge variety of problems. Moisture By far the largest problem associated with open crawl […]
When you start to do more research about hydrostatic pressure and its hand in basement leaks, you’ll probably start to hear more about hydrostatic waterproofing. This is the concept that allows basements to exist without long-term damage from hydrostatic pressure. How can you achieve hydrostatic waterproofing? These are the four things to keep in mind […]
The weight of water inherently has an impact on your basement. However, it can be difficult to wrap your head around exactly why. After all, you walk around your home all the time, and you probably weigh more than eight pounds. So how does hydrostatic pressure affect your foundation? These are some of the impacts. […]
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