Crawl Space Access
This old and leaky crawl space access system isn't very efficient. Since it is neither closed or sealed properly it allows in water, pests and debris which can wreak havoc under your home.
Crawl Space Entrance
Old crawl space entrances like this one not only cause issues under your home but they are also very small and uncomfortable to get in and out of. Call Dr. Energy Saver today about our crawl space access system upgrades that are secure and lockable, comfortable to get in and out of, as well as pest and waterproof.
Wet Crawl Space
There are many reasons a crawl space could become wet. The dirt floor of a crawl space itself will make the area wet due to moisture coming up through the ground. Other reasons may be open vents, leaking pipes or even a faulty door or access panel.
Standing Water in Crawl Space
This crawl space has collected a considerable amount of standing water in one area. That water has no where to go so it will keep collecting making that pool of water in the back corner larger and larger over time.
Falling Insulation in Crawl Space
This is a different angle of the pool of water collecting in this Bishopville, MD crawl space. The groundwater seeps up from the ground and is slowly evaporating upward into the house. As it moves up it creates moisture within the insulation which in return weighs the insulation down resulting in it starting to hang or droop down.
Hygrometer
This is an instrument used for measuring the moisture content in the air. The ideal reading is between 40 - 60%. As you can see this Bishopville, MD crawl space is at a whopping 78.6%, much higher than the normal range.
Wood Moisture Monitor
This device measures the moisture in wood. It has been inserted into the main beam that runs under the home. The reading is in the red which is not good. Wood this moist will start to deteriorate and attract termites and other pests which could lead to considerable structural damage.
Microbial Growth
This is a picture of microbial growth that has started to appear on all of the wood beams in the crawl space. If untreated, the microbial growth will only get worse over time creating a much larger issue for the homeowner.
Holes in the Foundation
Holes like this created in the foundation to allow pipes in or out of your crawl space are sometimes necessary but should be properly sealed so that water and pests can not come through them.
Chalk Like Substance on Walls
Many homeowners wonder what the chalk like substance that appears on the walls of the crawl space are. These spots are efflorescence. The powder is not harmful unless eaten and can be easily brushed off.
What is Efflorescence?
Efflorescence, which means to "flower out" in french, is a reaction that happens when water is coming through the concrete. The minerals in the concrete dissolve in the water traveling through and leave behind the white chalky powder when the water has evaporated. Often confused with mold or other microbial growth, efflorescence is not alive and is harmless unless ingested. It is simply mineral residue.
Crawl Space Vent
This vent is allowing outdoor air in as well as water and pests. Dr. Energy Saver has many options to repair, replace or seal existing vents so they do not continue to contribute to unsightly, often smelly, and unhealthy crawl spaces.
