What’s that smell? Did you know that unhealthy mold levels are found in an estimated 45 million buildings in the U.S.? Mold doesn’t just create an unpleasant odor; it comes with a plethora of health issues. Mold in crawl spaces is particularly prevalent, especially in older homes. So, how can you protect the health of …
Every year your electric bill creeps higher and higher, no matter what you do! You changed your air conditioning settings, make sure to turn off lights, and even installed energy-efficient windows. A recent survey found that the average American household spends about $110.00 a month on electricity. These days, getting that number down is one …
Does your home have a slab or crawl space foundation? If you have a pier-and-beam structure to your house, you probably enjoy the many benefits of having a crawl space. Your crawl space provides easy access to check on the foundation of your home. When you encounter a problem, repair professionals can reach the subfloor and …
Did you know that crawl spaces were built to provide a safeguard between the house and the soggy ground? Crawl spaces have remained a bit of mystery, but today we peel back the curtain and learn just how important a crawl space is to a home’s foundation. From its purpose to foundation effects, you can …
Does your home have a crawlspace? If so, you can enjoy the many benefits of this space underneath your house, including room for extra storage and easy access to your home’s plumbing system. However, many people never venture into their crawlspace or use it—and for a good reason. If you’ve never taken a look underneath …
Do you have a crawl space under your home? Crawl spaces are notoriously difficult to maintain. They’re hard to access, often requiring the person to crawl (hence, the name). Some people may neglect to take care of them whatsoever, but this is actually a mistake. So how do you keep up with your crawl space …