The crawlspace is a naturally humid area of the home. This humidity can be a problem, and without any protective measures in place, you could deal with a number of different moisture-related issues. Services like crawlspace encapsulation help prevent a lot of the problems that come with excess moisture by creating a barrier between the ground beneath your home and the rest of your crawlspace. Here are three of the problems that crawlspace encapsulation helps prevent.
- Mold growth. The two most important conditions that mold spores need to grow are darkness and humidity. Crawlspaces typically have both, making them the perfect environment for mold growth. Crawlspace mold can easily spread to the rest of the home, but encapsulating your crawlspace can help prevent mold growth by limiting the moisture levels of the space.
- Wood rot. There is a lot of wood exposed in your crawlspace, and excess moisture can cause wood rot over time. Wood rot can be a major structural issue with your home that can lead to severe damages. For the safety of your home’s structure, make sure to prevent wood rot starting in your crawlspace with crawlspace encapsulation.
- Pest infestation. Encapsulated crawlspaces create a barrier to entry for many different types of pests. The crawlspace is a common area for pests to gain access to the rest of your home, but sealing off your crawlspace with this barrier helps prevent this entry.
Encapsulating your crawlspace allows you to better protect your home from many different problems. Call us here at Wright Choice Pest Control, LLC to learn more about this important service and how it will benefit your home.