It starts small – an odd whiff of a musty smell here and there, the house feeling slightly more humid than it should, little things that are easy to dismiss. What many homeowners don’t realize is that all those little red flags often stem from a single culprit that’s silently causing problems with moisture all throughout their space – the crawlspace. Moisture issues that start in the crawlspace rarely stay contained there. They migrate up, affecting everything from your flooring all the way to your attic. Thankfully, professional crawlspace repair can address the problem at the source, offering house-wide benefits.
Your home is a unified system, so air will naturally flow from bottom to top in what’s called the “stack effect”. In simple terms, the stack effect causes moisture-laden air to rise up from the crawlspace into your living areas. In fact, up to 50% of the air you breathe on the first floor of your home originates in the crawlspace. This means that air quality issues like humidity and odor can often be traced to beneath your floorboards, indicating the need for crawlspace repair.
When to Contact a Professional for Crawlspace Repair
Watch for these telltale signs that you’re dealing with excess moisture in your crawlspace:
- Persistent musty odors, especially after it rains
- Warping or buckling, especially in hardwood floors
- Unexplained increases in allergy symptoms
- Condensation forming on interior windows and cold surfaces
- High indoor humidity level readings
Expert crawlspace repair contractors like those on our team can provide comprehensive solutions that DIY methods can’t compete with. We offer a variety of services, including crawlspace foundation repair, crawlspace insulation repair, crawlspace vent repair, and crawlspace vapor barrier repair.
Moisture issues that stem from the crawlspace can impact your home’s comfort, health, and efficiency, but you don’t have to deal with these side effects. Reach out today to learn more about our crawlspace repair services or to schedule a consultation.
