May 5, 2022
If you have a crawl space, it needs to be waterproofed. Crawl spaces are highly susceptible to moisture intrusion, which can cause problems like mold growth, pest infestation, and structural damage. Crawl space water proofing will help you avoid these issues and lead to benefits that you’ll feel throughout your entire home.
Signs You Need Crawl Space Waterproofing
If you think there’s water in your crawl space, it’s best to take action quickly. Water damage will get worse the longer you ignore it, so be on the lookout for signs of moisture in your crawl space and take a defensive approach to protect your home with crawl space solutions.
If you notice any of the following signs, call Vermont Foam Insulation for professional crawl space water proofing near you in Windham, Rutland, or Addison County.
Standing water
Musty smells
Mold or mildew
Pest infestation
Rusty pipes
Rotting wood
Poor indoor air quality
Why Should You Water Proof Your Crawl Space?
It’s worth it to seal your crawl space! Crawl space waterproofing helps you prevent serious problems, including:
Structural Damage
Moisture in your crawl space can rot wood, rust metal, and crumble drywall. Installing crawl space water proofing materials such as a vapor barrier will make your home more durable and prevent the risk of structural damage.
Mold Growth
A warm, damp crawl space is the perfect breeding ground for mold. Mold can eat away at your home’s structure, causing serious damage. It can also impact your indoor air quality and make your family sick.
The air in your crawl space rises up into your home and becomes the air your family breathes. If your crawl space is damp and moldy your family will be breathing in contaminants that can impact their health. With crawl space encapsulation, you can keep pollutants out of your home and improve your indoor air quality.
Insect and Rodent Infestation
Moisture can attract a long list of pests including roaches, carpenter ants, mice, and termites. Pests can wreak havoc on your home and once they’re in, they’re hard to get rid of. Moisture control is one of the best ways to prevent pest infestation in your crawl space!
Get the Right Wet Crawl Space Solutions for Your Home
Vermont Foam Insulation can resolve crawl space and basement moisture problems. We transform basements and crawl spaces with sump pumps, perimeter drains, crawl space insulation, vapor barriers, dehumidifiers, and more to protect your home’s durability, comfort, and health. Our team will find the right wet basement or crawl space solution so you can rest easy knowing your home is protected.