Benefits of Vapor Barriers
How dry is your home? Without a vapor barrier, your basement and/or crawlspace is prone to moisture that can damage the structural integrity and energy efficiency of your Huntsville home. In this blog, we’ll examine the long-term savings vapor barriers provide.
Energy Efficiency
One of the biggest benefits of Huntsville vapor barrier installation is the energy efficiency they bring to the home. Climate changes in Huntsville can lead to a mixture of humid, cold, hot, and damp environments. Luckily, a properly installed vapor barrier can regulate temperature and humidity levels, reducing energy bills and reducing the workload on your HVAC system.
Structural Integrity
Vapor barriers protect the structure of your basement and foundation. Uncontrolled moisture can weaken the structural integrity, causing wood rot, decay, water damage, and other types of damage. You’ll reduce costly problems with a vapor barrier.
Mold and Mildew Prevention
Mold and mildew breed in damp, moist, and humid conditions such as what is found in the crawlspace and basement. Coupled with Huntsville’s climate changes, this can be a recipe for disaster, putting your property and health at risk. Vapor barriers reduce the risk of mold and mildew growth and the problems they bring.
Increased Property Value
A well-maintained home causes fewer headaches for homeowners and creates a more appealing home to buyers. If you ever plan on relocating and selling your home, expect a good return on your initial investment when the property is protected with vapor barriers.
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.
