Crawl Life Chronicles
How To Get Rid of Fungal Growth In Your Crawl Space
You might need to figure out how to get rid of fungal growth in your crawl space at some point. Crawl spaces are areas of the house that don’t get a lot of attention, with many homeowners not knowing about the purpose they serve. When you have fungal growth, you need...
Signs You May Have Fungal Growth In Your Crawl Space
You may have fungus growing in your crawl space if the area is poorly ventilated or maintained. Fungal growth is easy to overlook until it becomes a serious problem because of its resemblance to dirt. Having a contractor resolve your fungal problem as soon as possible...
How To Prevent Moisture in Your Crawl Space
Knowing how to prevent moisture in your crawl space will spare your home from a host of costly problems. Since 98% of basement areas, including crawl spaces, will have eventual water damage, you’ll benefit from planning on some type of water damage mitigation....
The Pros and Cons of a Crawl Space Vent Fan
A crawl space vent fan can come with several advantages. One of these advantages is preventing mold, which can cause several major health issues. However, proper ventilation for your crawl space comes with some cons along with the pros. You’ll want to make sure you...
How Does Crawl Space Ventilation Work?
Crawl space ventilation is something you’ve probably noticed on some houses without giving it a lot of thought. Crawl space ventilation is essential to keeping your home in its best shape. How well you maintain your ventilation system will impact your overall home...
Questions To Ask Your Crawl Space Contractor Before Hiring Them
A professional crawl space contractor is your safest bet for any work involving this area of your home. However, you’ll need to make sure you find the right professionals for the job to ensure that everything gets done properly. Regardless of whether you’re having...
Common Crawl Space Foundation Problems
There are more crawl space foundation problems than many realize. Crawl spaces are often “out of sight, out of mind,” so it’s easy to overlook some types of problems. Problems in a crawl space can cause serious concerns for the rest of the house. Read on to learn more...
The Different Types of Crawl Space and Basement Floor Insulation
Crawl space and basement floor insulation are important for energy conservation in your home. The utility bill savings are excellent, possibly ranging into hundreds of dollars or more. One of the most overlooked areas of the home that contributes to energy loss is the...
How Long Does Crawl Space Floor Insulation Last?
Crawl space floor insulation can do wonders for keeping your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. However, what do you do when your insulation breaks down in some way? Simply put, if your crawl space insulation is compromised, you need to think about...
The Advantages of Using Helical Piles for Your Crawl Space
Helical piles are an excellent solution for laying new foundations, as well as securing and repairing existing foundations. Galvanized steel is usually the best material for increased durability. Falcone Crawl Space offers helical pile installation for more stable...