Crawl Space Repair Washington, DC USA

Crawl spaces are an overlooked problem in home construction, yet they can have catastrophic consequences. A crawl space is a narrow, unfinished, unused space inside a building, often between the second floor and the ground level, or underneath the house. The term 'crawl space' is frequently used, but it's worth knowing what it isn't. The term is rarely used in new building construction, despite the fact that it refers to a condition which is common in new houses.


Crawl spaces are places where heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are not installed. They are usually dark, cold and poorly insulated - conditions which contribute to moisture causing structural damage and water infiltration. Wood rot, rust, termites and other problems are common in crawl spaces because of the poor insulation and natural conditions. A lot of water seeps into crawl spaces, especially from outside the house. This can lead to mold, mildew, water damage and wood rot.

If not fixed, this moisture will penetrate through the walls, floor and ceiling and cause structural damage to your home. Moisture is particularly problematic for homes with basements because the basement is at the lowest point in the house and therefore contributes to more moisture in the air. If the moisture is trapped in the crawlspace, it can cause: mold, mildew, wood rot and other microbial problems. In the worst case scenario, this can cause serious structural damage to the foundation of the building.

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Obviously, fixing these problems will mean that the foundation of your home is stronger and more supportive. This can be very important for older homes, which may need extra foundation bracing to hold the weight of the newer inhabitants. There is also the matter of allowing outside air in the crawl spaces, which is becoming more difficult as time goes by. This is because the exterior of older homes tends to be drafty and must be adequately vented to allow fresh air to come in. However, this is no longer an issue with the construction of newer homes, which have built-in HVAC units that work along with outside air ducts.

When it comes to crawl spaces and foundation problems, there are a few things you can do to make the job go a lot easier. For instance, you might want to try to waterproof walls and floor of the crawl space. By applying two or three layers of polyethylene sheeting or foam, you can effectively seal the walls and floor of the crawl spaces. These materials are quite effective at stopping moisture from getting inside and also at providing a barrier against water damage. You should consider waterproof the concrete slabs too.

As mentioned above, the condition of the external environment, including HVAC units and outside air quality, play an important role in determining the state of your crawl spaces and foundation. To address this issue, you can add ventilation and exhaust fans to your home, if possible. In fact, there are building codes in most areas that require building owners to get building licenses in order to install adequate ventilation and exhaust systems. Again, these vents and exhausts need to run within the confines of the crawl spaces and foundation.

If it looks like your basement has been leaking, you might want to repair that first. A lot of times when basement leaks are not noticed, homeowners just think they'll sort out by themselves. Unfortunately, repairing a leaky basement is not something that you can do on your own, so you'll definitely want to consult with a professional in your area to find out how to fix it. If you don't want to spend the money for a basement waterproofing service, you can try using a few home remedies to dry out your crawl spaces, such as circulating fans and opening up the basement doors and windows. The most important thing when doing repairs in crawl spaces or basements, though, is to make sure you catch the leak right away!

If your foundation is leaking, cracks are starting to appear around your crawl spaces and basements, or your plumbing is backed up in the crawl space or basement, then it's time for you to call a professional. Professional basement waterproofed are experienced at making sure that no moisture is able to enter the basement or crawl space of your home. Without proper plumbing and drainage, the moisture could cause many problems inside your home. Your pipes will clog up, roofing material could fail and structural integrity of your home could weaken, allowing water to seep in and damage the structure of your home. For more information, check out our blog!


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