When was the last time you thought about your crawlspace? Most homeowners don’t give this area of their home much thought, but it’s important to make sure you prioritize moisture control for your crawlspace. Crawlspace encapsulation, which involves placing a vapor barrier between your home and the ground beneath, as well as installing a dehumidifier if necessary, is a key part of keeping the humidity levels of your home in check.
Here are three reasons why you should consider investing in crawlspace encapsulation services for your home.
- It helps prevent mold growth. Mold is associated with high humidity, and due to your crawlspace’s naturally humid environment, mold can quickly become a problem in this area. Crawlspace encapsulation helps keep this humidity in check, preventing mold from growing.
- It deters pests and insects. Much like mold, pests and insects are drawn to moist environments. It’s common for pest problems to start in the crawlspace for this reason. Plus, the vapor barrier helps block pests from entering the space in the first place by sealing off the area.
- It improves indoor air quality. Many homeowners don’t understand how much the state of their crawlspace affects their indoor air quality. Contaminants, including mold spores, travel upwards from the crawlspace to the rest of the home. Crawlspace encapsulation helps improve indoor air quality by preventing contaminant buildup in this area through creating a drier environment.
If you want to improve moisture control in your crawlspace, call us here at Lone Star Spray Foam Services LLC for crawlspace encapsulation services.