Are You Supposed to Close Your Crawl Space Vents? The PNW Homeowner’s Guide to Winter and Summer Foundation Vents
If you have a crawl space under your home, you have probably heard the same advice for years: “Leave the foundation vents open. Your crawl space needs to breathe.” That thinking was from 1982 [...]
Why Should I Close My Crawl Space Vents in the Summer?
Contrary to what you have been told in the past, in the Pacific Northwest, leaving crawl space vents open in summer can actually create moisture problems in your crawl space instead of preventing them. [...]
Mold and Humidity in Crawl Spaces: How to Identify and Fix the Problem
Crawl space humidity problems are one of the most common issues homeowners face, yet they often go unnoticed until damage becomes visible. Excess moisture beneath your home can lead to mold growth, structural concerns, and poor [...]
Is Sealing Crawl Space Vents Enough? What Homeowners Should Know
When it comes to protecting your home's foundation, many homeowners consider sealing crawl space vents as a quick fix. While it can be an effective step, it is not always a complete solution. Understanding how [...]
How to Keep Rodents and Pests Out of Your Crawl Space for Good
Keeping rodents out of the crawl space is a priority for homeowners who want to protect their property from structural damage, contamination, and costly repairs. Crawl spaces often attract pests because they provide warmth, shelter, and [...]
Top Problems Homeowners Face With Vented Crawl Spaces
Many older homes were built with foundation vents under the assumption that allowing air to circulate would keep crawl spaces dry. However, modern building science has revealed that this approach often creates more issues than [...]