Crawl space vapor barriers should be part of a home's moisture control strategy in most U.S. climates, thanks to how saturated the ground is in most areas. A vapor barrier for a crawl space slows the passage of moisture, preventing it from soaking into structures and causing water damage ...
The good news is that it is possible to keep such moisture and vapor out of your crawl space using a vapor barrier. This guide will discuss many issues that moisture and vapor can cause in crawl spaces and how vapor barriers help prevent such problems. ...
Vapor barriers play a critical role in effectively sealing moisture present in the soil. By installing a vapor barrier, it acts as a protective shield, preventing moisture from the foundation and the ground level from evaporating and entering the interior of the home. The installation process trans...
We receive more questions each year about vapor barriers and their close cousins, air barriers, than any other single topic. In an effort to clear up any lingering confusion about these pesky membranes, we’ve assembled this list of the most common queries along with the clearest answers we c...
Options Include; Vapor Barriers, Sump Pumps, Drainage Solutions & DehumidifiersFor homeowners serious about drying out their crawl spaces and improving indoor air quality, crawl space encapsulation is the ultimate moisture-fighting strategy.And our patented CrawlSafe™ encapsulation system is the ...
Use a flashlight to check dark and hard-to-reach areas, like crawl spaces, attics, and basements. If you see mold or suspect mold growth, immediately contact a mold remediation specialist. Final Thoughts When properly installed and maintained, vapor barriers effectively keep off moisture and ...
To seal your crawl space floor and foundation walls, use a poly sheeting. Plastic polymer vapor barriers can be fairly easily installed over crawl space floors and up foundation walls to seal your crawl space. Prior to installing this vapor barrier, care should be taken to eliminate other sourc...
The WhiteCap Crawl Space System is your complete solution for ensuring your home has a dry crawl space preventing water damage and mold.
Sources for the section on basements and crawlspaces: http://www.buildingscience.com/bsc/resources/foundations/basement_insulation_systems.pdf http://www.buildingscience.com/bsc/resources/foundations/Understanding_Foundations.pdf http://www.buildingscience.com/resources/3-Understanding_Vapor_Barriers....
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