Most homes have little to no method of humidity control in the crawl space. With no full coverage moisture barrier present or even proper foundation vents, vapors from the exposed soil permeate openly through the crawl space. When this over abundance of humidity is left unchecked it is absorbed into the wooden substructure of the home which leads to high wood moisture content. This is the start of a number of issues that will follow such as mold growth, wood rot, and possible damage to mechanical systems such as the HVAC system and electrical due to the condensation from excessive humidity. All these issues present harm not only to the health of your home but also to the health of you and your family as this can compromise the air quality. It has been studied that the crawl space provides more than 50% of the air inside the home so maintaining control over the environment under your home is crucial to the sustained health of your home. For many homeowners these issues are completely avoidable with a proper evaluation of the in your crawl space and expert advice of the solutions necessary to maintain desired humidity levels.
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