When the winter chill sets in, many homeowners experience the discomfort of cold floors. While this issue may seem perplexing, the root cause often lurks beneath your home – in your crawlspace.
In this blog post, we’ll explore how unhealthy crawlspaces can lead to cold floors and discuss the solution, crawlspace encapsulation, that can help you regain warmth and comfort in your home.
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We could end the blog there, but for the curious minds who need reasons behind the knowledge they gain (count me as one of them), we’re going to go into detail about why crawlspace encapsulation is the supreme solution to crawlspace pests.
When homeowners hear the word “crawlspace” it is no surprise that the first thought that comes to mind is of a horrifying cave full of rodents, darkness, dampness and creepy infestations. The unfortunate news is that almost all crawlspaces of the past (and even some today still!) were built with a misunderstanding of how to keep it healthy. Many homeowners don’t realize that an unhealthy crawlspace actually has major implications for the rest of the home. Let’s run through some of the most common issues homeowners face, so that you can catch a minor problem before your crawlspace becomes the Pit of Despair.
Rodents and pests and mold… Oh my!
With Halloween approaching fast, we think it’s the perfect opportunity to talk about the scariest part of your home, the place that very well may be haunted with its strange smells and creatures of the dark awaiting you—your crawlspace. If you’re reading this, maybe you’re ready to conquer your fears and rid your home of its inner demons. Or maybe you’re looking into the benefits of crawlspace encapsulation. At the end of the day, they’re the same thing, right? Since there’s no place like home, let’s look at how crawlspace encapsulation can improve yours.
Alright, alright, we know why you’re reading this. You’re a proud DIY-er. But be warned, you have begun researching the mother of all DIY’s. We want to be honest and transparent. Crawlspace encapsulation and crawlspace repair is tough stuff. We know, we’ve done it a hundred times. But we’re not here to sell ourselves. We want to look at whether it’s genuinely worth doing it yourself or hiring a professional. So, let’s weigh the costs.