Excess water and moisture buildup inside any enclosed space starts a huge problem. Mold and mildew problems often persist in these types of enclosed areas. Mold growth can lead to poor indoor air quality, asthma-like allergies and symptoms, and significant damage to the walls, ceilings, and house structure. Install a vapor barrier in the home’s crawl space to prevent moisture condensation and the problems it brings.
Moisture Build-up in the Home
So many things we do daily inside our home cause moisture buildup. Hot showers, running the dryer, and operating the dishwasher all cause moisture to form. Moisture seeks an escape path to cooler temperatures; the condensation leads to mold and mildew.
The Health Risks of Mold
Mold is a known allergen. There are a few different types of mold. Black mold is the most dangerous of the mold types. Breathing in black mold spores can produce allergy-like symptoms including:
- Runny nose
- Itchy, watery eyes
- Coughing
- Sneezing
Elderly individuals and children experience more severe symptoms than other age groups. Individuals with compromised immune systems may also experience more severe symptoms.
People already affected by asthma and allergies will find mold and mildew worsens the symptoms of the conditions. Mold may cause throat and lung irritation and numerous other upper respiratory issues.
How a Vapor Barrier Works
A vapor barrier helps protect the home against moisture buildup, condensation, and the resulting damage. How does the vapor barrier work?
Vapor barriers are made of hard plastic material that is placed on the side of the wall or ceiling to stop vapor-laden air from passing through the surface. The vapor barrier finds an alternative route for the air to exit the home safely. In other words, vapor barriers protect the living quarters of a home from stale, stagnant, dangerous moisture and air that can quickly breed mold.
Southern Crawl Space offers moisture control services, including basement and crawl space 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 crawl space. 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.
