Crawl Space Problem Signs

From mold to mildew, and musty odors to standing water, your crawl space should not be ignored. Learn about the common crawl space problem signs to look for.

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Your Chapel Hill, Greensboro, or Wilmington crawl space is likely struggling with crawl space mold growth, mildew, and musty odors – otherwise, you wouldn’t be researching this topic. The good news—Tar Heel Basement Systems has been keeping crawl spaces dry and healthy in North Carolina for nearly two decades. Our team aims to educate you, so you feel comfortable with the solutions we suggest. Browse the common crawl space problem signs and learn more about each.

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Common Crawl Space Problem Signs

When it comes to crawl space problems, it’s best to recognize them quickly and call the experts at Tar Heel Basement Systems for a speedy repair. Left untreated, your family’s health and the structural integrity of your home may be at risk. From standing water to sagging floors, knowing you have a problem is the first step.

Standing Water

Groundwater puddles are, unfortunately, more common than North Carolina homeowners would like to think. Since your crawl space commonly has a dirt floor, any water absorbed after rain will likely result in puddles beneath your home. This water causes numerous problems for your crawl space and needs to be pumped out as quickly as possible using a reliable sump pump.

Crawl Space Mold

Your dark, damp crawl space is the perfect environment for mold growth. Mold is everywhere but thrives and grows in areas where humidity levels are high. The CDC recommends humidity levels should be kept between 30 and 50 percent–all day long. In a crawl space, this means a proper waterproofing system, crawl space encapsulation, and most likely a self-draining, energy-efficient dehumidifier.

Crawl Space Pests

In addition to mold, pests find a dark, moist crawl space an ideal location. It’s not uncommon for Wilmington or Winston-Salem homeowners to notice increased pests in their living areas before tracking the problem to their crawl spaces. Sealing your crawl space through encapsulation and controlling humidity levels is the best way to stop pests and make the area less desirable for infestations.

Condensation

Condensation, or the process when water vapor becomes droplets on a cold surface, can be just as damaging in a crawl space than standing water. In North Carolina, where the summer days are hot and humid, but temperatures dip in the evening, condensation is a common problem. The EPA recommends adding insulation to areas with condensation problems. This can be done by encapsulating your crawl space and adding a rigid foam insulation board to crawl space walls, not the pink, big-box store insulation that causes more harm than good.

Trust the Tar Heel Basement Systems Crawl Space Repair Experts for Permanent Solutions

The local experts at Tar Heel Basement Systems are eager and ready to help create a safer and healthier home for you and your family.

We offer a free crawl space inspection where the inspector will:

Complete a thorough evaluation of the crawl space
Discuss your repair project goals
Recommend customized solutions uniquely designed to meet your repair needs
Provide you with a proposal of recommended solutions before leaving your house
Discuss payment and financing options

From there, the decision is yours. With more than 1,000 five-star online reviews, warranty-backed solutions, and nearly two decades in the industry, you can breathe easy knowing repairs from Tar Heel Basement Systems are permanent and come with the full backing of a national company.

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