Wood Rot in Your Crawl Space: Causes, Types, Signs, and Solutions Learn More
Learn how to prevent and treat wood rot with effective solutions. Discover the best strategies to protect your home.
Everything You Need to Know About Termiticide Learn More
Learn what termiticides are and tips for effective crawl space termite control.
The Stack Effect: Everything You Need to Know Learn More
If heat is escaping from your home despite a functional heating system and adequate insulation, the problem could be the stack effect.
R-Value for Crawl Space Insulation: Everything You Need to Know Learn More
Learn the importance of R-value in insulation, how it impacts energy efficiency, and tips for choosing the right insulation.
Can You Waterproof a Crawl Space with A Dirt Floor? Learn More
A crawl space with a dirt floor needs to be properly waterproofed to prevent moisture infiltration, condensation, and water damage.
Does the Crawl Space Warm Up the House in Summer? Learn More
Your crawl space is an area that often takes the lion’s share of the blame when moisture, mold spores, or pests invade your home — and rightly so, as it always stays exposed. Air flows in and out day and night. When you encapsulate your crawl space, you can avert moisture problems and other unpleasant […]
Everything to Know About Crawl Space Vents Learn More
Crawl space ventilation has a significant bearing on the health and dryness of your home. If your crawl space is vented, seal and condition it.
Summer Creepy Crawler Guide: What’s Hiding in My Home’s Crawl Space or Basement? Learn More
The months between May and September are all about long days at the pool, late nights around fire pits, and adventure. As you’re making your way out of your home, the bugs around you are trying to make their way inward. This is especially the case if you have unusually high levels of moisture in […]
Types of Dangerous Mold in the Home and How to Protect Against It Learn More
Some molds, like those that show up on your bread or food, are annoying but not always dangerous. There are molds, however, that can get into your home and put your health at risk, not to mention the structural integrity of your home. You’ll want to do what you can to protect your home from […]
The Care and Keeping of Your Dehumidifier Learn More
Dehumidifiers help you control the level of moisture in your basement or crawl space. While these machines aren’t ideal when you’re confronting internal flooding, they can help you control the security of the structural supports in your home. That said, a dehumidifier works best when it’s well maintained. If you’re not sure where to start, […]
How to Check Your Crawl Space Insulation Learn More
Insulation serves as a non-traditional but effective waterproofing measure when it’s installed in your crawl space. You should not consider it a permanent solution to your problems, though. You’ll need to check on the status of your crawl space insulation at least once a year to ensure it’s still keeping unwanted moisture out of your […]
Crawl Space Moisture 101 – Causes, Problems, and Fixes Learn More
Whether your damp crawl space moisture problem is a result of flooding from torrential rain, a broken or leaking pipe, or sewer backup, you want to address the issue immediately to avoid any major repairs. Moisture problems in the crawl space of your Moberly, MO, home can pose a myriad of problems. Failing to address […]
