First of all, contact a professional insulation service to remove and replace the damaged insulation. Attempting a DIY fix could injure you or end up causing more damage to your crawl space. Not to mention, almost any type of insulation is made with fiberglass – which could damage your eyes or skin without the proper […]
Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Once water has permeated the fiberglass insulation material, it becomes nearly impossible for it to control temperatures. As air passes through the wet material, it might get extremely cold and freeze. In other cases, mold and mildew could form on wet insulation which negatively impacts the air quality in your […]
Soil washout can weaken and wash away soil, leading to cracking and sinking slabs that affect your home’s stability. It also deteriorates soil quality, causing erosion to worsen exponentially over time and impacting your yard and property.
We do not recommend that you try to undertake the process of crawl space encapsulation alone for a number of reasons. While this process is fairly straightforward and simple, it does require a certain number of specialist tools and products that can be hard for non-professionals to acquire and deploy effectively. If this process goes […]
Installing a sump pump system is not always necessary when undertaking crawl space encapsulation, though it will generally be beneficial in many ways. In areas like Kansas City, MO, however, where the climate is wet and humid and there is a large amount of clay-loam soil, having good drainage is absolutely key. Other Drainage Options […]
Unfortunately, it’s not possible for someone to fix their foundation settlement by themselves. This is a very dangerous process without the right expertise and equipment to repair or halt settlement, along with the damage it has caused. Foundation repair is a specialist task that requires specific tools and skills. It’s Dangerous A DIY fix can […]
Your foundation is one of the most important parts of your home. When it gets damaged, it can affect your entire property at an alarming speed. A damaged foundation also can lead to bowing walls, cracks, and even sticking windows and doors. Foundation problems do not resolve themselves–they just get worse with time. Settlement Can […]
There are mainly two types of foundation settlement, each with their own issues and causes. Differential Foundation Settlement Differential settlement is the settlement that occurs at differing rates between several different portions of a property. It results from a difference in loads, soils, or structural systems between parts of a property. In the case of […]
A sump pump can malfunction for many reasons and leave your crawl space with no drainage system. Floods and humidity await any foundation in Iowa or Missouri that doesn’t have a sump pump. As soon as you notice that something isn’t right with your sump pump, contact your local experts. Pairing emergency help with annual […]
Because of their humid climate, most cities in the area get a lot of rain and flooding. Thunderstorms and sustained rains make it difficult for foundations to stay dry, which is why a good drainage system is crucial. Perimeter Drainage System A perimeter drain is a pipe is installed around the perimeter of your crawl […]
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