The crawlspace is often forgotten as homeowners prepare their homes for the cold winter season. Forgetting to prepare the crawl space can result in colder temperatures in the house, higher energy costs each month, and myriad problems that can easily be prevented. We offer great tips to help you easily prepare your crawl space for the upcoming cold winter season.
Check for Cracks in the Crawl Space Walls
Look around the crawl space’s exterior to make sure cracks and holes are not apparent in the foundation. These holes allow water seepage to pool inside the crawl space, which may lead to mold, mildew, and pests.
Insulate the Crawl Space
Crawl space insulation keeps your home warmer, reduces moisture levels in the crawl space, and can stop or help prevent leaks. Many types of crawl space insulation can help repel problems that would otherwise cause big concerns in your home.
Protect the Pipes
Burst or frozen pipes can damage a crawl space and result in the need for expensive repairs. Covering the pipes in your crawl space before winter can reduce the risk of damage.
Close Vents
If your crawl space is vented, close them before winter and keep them shut until spring arrives next year. Shutting the vents will help prevent cold air and moisture from seeping inside the home.
Invest in a Vapor Barrier
If your crawl space does not have a vapor barrier, install one prior to winter’s arrival. Vapor barriers are designed to prevent moisture buildup in the crawl space, which can minimize or eliminate issues, including wood rot, mold growth, and mildew, as well as improve the air quality in your home.
Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawlspace waterproofing, drainage system installation, and vapor barrier installation. SCS guarantees to fix your moisture issues permanently. Our trained team of technicians utilizes only the best solutions for your basement or crawlspace. We are proud to offer LumberKote™ and MaxxBarrier™ waterproofing sealers by WatsonSeal. We are Alabama’s ONLY Watson Seal Authorized Dealer.
If you have a service request, give us a call. We will happily provide a free inspection and service estimate.
