Crawl Space Repair and Restoration Suggestions for Homeowners
If you've been wondering what's involved in Crawl Space Repair Montandon PA then you've come to the right place. In this short article I'm going to explain exactly what repairs involve and the process of how we do them. We have quite a few services available so be prepared, we can do more than one of these repairs. This is a quick overview of the basics.
Humid Crawl Space Repair Most homeowners think that if their homes get really humid then the odors will just come out of the carpet. This isn't the case. The air circulation in a humid crawl space is usually poor and this contributes to the creation of all kinds of odors. The walls and ceiling to absorb the moisture and the air is then re-circulated back into the home through the vents and duct work. Typical cost to repair a humid crawl space 2 is around $1000.
Pooling Water Damage If you've noticed a black mold spot on your bathroom wall or on one of the tub walls then most likely it's the result of a ruptured tank or maybe a broken supply line. The good news is that most of the damage is actually a lot easier to repair than it would be to remove the mold spores. Typically a high quality commercial dehumidifier will do the trick.
Cracks in Crawl Space Walls Generally speaking any cracks in the crawl space walls are going to be the result of too much water pressure. You can usually expect this pressure to be caused by excess humidity in the home. If you're dealing with structural problems then it is possible that the floor joists have ripped or the floor sheet has pulled away from the wall. Usually this is the result of settling of the home during construction.
Sinking of Basements and Dampers are not the only reason that basement sagging is a problem. Sometimes condensation between the floor joists and interior concrete walls develops due to condensation between the exterior and interior concrete walls. Condensation of this sort is also a good reason to look at the possibility of structural changes.
Crawl Space Encapsulation Improves Humidity When there is too much moisture or too much humidity, there is the potential for rapid evaporation. Not only is this a very expensive problem if left unchecked but the longer the problem is allowed to go unchecked, the more costly, time consuming and dangerous the consequences can be. To prevent moisture loss from building up in the crawl space, an effective moisture control system needs to be installed. A moisture control system consists of an attic ventilation system, a vapor barrier, an interior surface moisture barrier, an exterior ventilation fan and a soil stabilization blanket. The soil stabilization blanket is used to provide a non-slip surface for walking on which the moisture barriers can adhere.
Foundation Vents allows heat and cold air to be trapped better within the crawl space while protecting the interior foundation wall from moisture entry. In order to determine the need for venting, it is important to check the condition of the foundation walls. If the walls are cracked, missing, have cracks or openings, or if they are showing signs of rot, the foundation may require repairs. Crawl space cleaning and restoration services include the repair or replacement of foundation vents. They can be performed by the same companies that perform other basement services such as cleaning, foundation repair and foundation painting.
Crawl Space Insulation Improves Energy Efficiency When ground temperatures are hot, homeowners should consider installing reflective insulation. The reflective material should be made of R-values measured to withstand outdoor temperatures. Installing reflective roofing and wall insulation will help prevent future sagging floors, damaged interior walls and leaking roof sections due to water damage, storm activity and insect infestation.
