How Proper Crawlspace Maintenance Saves You Money Long-Term
Proper crawlspace maintenance is key to ensuring your home remains energy-efficient and cost-effective. When your crawlspace is properly sealed, insulated, and free of moisture, it prevents drafts and temperature fluctuations from seeping into your home. This helps your HVAC system work less to maintain a comfortable temperature, which ultimately reduces energy consumption and lowers your monthly utility bills. Regular maintenance can catch issues early, such as water damage or pest infestations, that could lead to costly repairs down the road.
Simple Upgrades to Make Your Crawlspace More Efficient
- Seal Air Leaks
- Insulate the Walls
- Install Vapor Barriers
- Upgrade Ventilation
- Encapsulate the Crawlspace
- Insulate Ductwork
Sealing and Ventilation: Key Factors in Boosting Efficiency
Sealing and ventilation are essential components of maintaining a healthy, energy-efficient crawlspace. Sealing involves closing gaps and cracks in the crawlspace, particularly around pipes, vents, and ducts, to prevent air leaks and moisture from entering. These leaks can lead to drafts, increased humidity, and energy loss, making it harder for your heating and cooling systems to maintain a stable temperature. Proper sealing not only helps in maintaining comfort but also prevents issues such as mold growth, wood rot, and pest infestations.
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.
