Crawl Space Encapsulation

What is Crawl Space Encapsulation?

The main purpose of a crawl space is to promote air circulation through the home. It also allows easy access to plumbing and electrical, as well as similar maintenance, repair, and installation appliances.

Houses that are built over a crawl space often suffer from moisture-related issues due to the crawl space’s surroundings. Naturally, when moisture mixes with wood it creates all sorts of problems, which often lead to the deterioration of a house.

Excess indoor moisture contributes to many problems, such as mold; mildew; wood rot; termite infestation; floor failure; increased energy bills; odors; insects; dust mites; allergies; and poor indoor air quality. Excess moisture in a crawl space causes the crawl space to become a breeding ground for mice, rats, snakes, and other wildlife and pests that can thrive in this damp, dark habitat.

Some of the issues you’ll deal with in a crawl space are obvious, like your air-conditioning or heating unit’s malfunction. In the summer, you can find it very difficult to cool the house because the humidity is very high in the crawl space. The humidity flows up through the house and makes it hard for your HVAC unit to function properly. In the winter, you can find the floor too cold. Even though the humidity is lower in the winter, you will still have efficiency issues if the crawl space is not properly sealed and insulated.

The best solution to avoid indoor moisture issues is crawl space encapsulation. This barrier and dehumidifier combination protects the crawl space from excess moisture and its related problems.

Safer Home Services prides itself on providing an efficient crawl space encapsulation system. You will find a significant reduction in your heating and cooling costs. You will enjoy the comfort of lower humidity, especially in the summer.