Harmful Crawlspace Vents
While it may seem beneficial to ventilate a crawlspace with exterior vents like those shown in the photo, this approach often does more harm than good. Open vents allow outside elements to enter the crawlspace, including humid air, cold air, warm air, and even water. This constant exchange of uncontrolled air creates moisture problems and unstable conditions below the home. Because air naturally rises, the air entering the crawlspace does not stay there. It moves upward into the living space, carrying moisture and potential contaminants with it. This can negatively affect indoor air quality, comfort, and the overall health of the home. Our team will always seal vents as part of the crawlspace waterproofing process.
Crawlspace Encapsulation
The white encapsulation liner installed across the crawlspace floor and walls is essential for moisture control. It covers exposed soil and porous block walls which are common entry points for dampness and humidity. By sealing off these surfaces, the system helps block moisture intrusion and creates a drier, cleaner, and more stable environment beneath the home.
Better Home Temperature Control
Encapsulating your home's crawlspace means creating an environment where your home won't feel damp in the summer and floors won't be cold in the winter. This process of temperature control benefits the air conditioning system within the house, causing less of a battle against home temperatures.
Foundation Protected
Encapsulating your crawl space prevents water intrusion, making it so you don't have to worry about wood rot, mold growth, and so many other costly issues down the road. This ensures that the home's foundation is safely protected from such things.