Tackle your Crawlspace

Taking on problems in your basement can seem like a daunting task for a homeowner. One area that can be a common source for basement problems is your home’s crawl space.

Crawl spaces’ are known being damp and moldy. Damp environments in your home can be very unhealthy and destructive to your property and can also harbor pests such as insects, mice, or other unwelcome critters. High humidity levels in a home’s crawl space create an environment for mold growth; a fact that many people are not aware of. High humidity levels allow airborne spores by the millions to thrive.

Mold growth can occur in a home in many places. Wood, insulation, dirt and carpet are common culprits of mold growth areas in your home. The air in your home and everything in it is circulated throughout each room by means of convection. This can create a very unhealthy living environment for you and your family. Many people assume the symptoms they are experiencing as a result of these hazards are from simple allergies, many times they do not realize that their dirty crawl space is the real culprit.

So, how can you take action against these potential problems and start making your crawl space- and your home- a healthy space? Mold needs three things to survive and grow;

• The right organic material to feed on.
• The right temperature.
• The right moisture level.

By controlling these three elements in your crawl space, you can get the upper hand on mold and mold spores. A sealing-off or encapsulation of your crawl space by a crawl space expert is the most effective means to do this. It is important to known that controlling these conditions will stop mold from growing, but is not effective in actually killing existing mold.

Learning about potential threats on your health and the health of your home can be scary. Educating yourself is key to fighting the problems in your home before they start. As always, seeking the knowledge and training of a professional, combined with learning about potential problems is the best way to protect the investment in your home.

CleanSpace Northwest specializes in Crawlspace and Basement Waterproofing and has been serving the Kitsap Peninsula for several years.  Please call or email us today for a free estimate.