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Best Ways to Prevent Mold in Your Crawl Space

Mold in the Crawl Space

Having mold anywhere in your house is something everyone wants to avoid. The smell alone is enough to create a nuisance for anyone residing there, but it’s also important to note the potential health hazards introduced by having mold in your house. Thanks to our climate, Crawlspace Mold is one particular issue that Davidson and Williamson County homeowners often have to deal with.

Mold in crawlspaces occurs because of exposure to moisture. The risk of having mold is, therefore, even more, significant in humid climates. Often the moisture is captured by the fiberglass which then transfers it to the wood under your house, allowing mold to grow unchecked. This is precisely what happened to my home here in Franklin. There are some preventative measures that can help keep moisture and mold out of your crawlspace.

Vapor Barrier

Having a Vapor Barrier is a great way to keep that moisture away from the fiberglass in your insulation. These barriers are made of a thin film applied to the insulation to keep the water in the air out. Click the link https://koalainsulation.com/nashville/contact-us to ask us about Vapor Barriers as an option for your home.

Dehumidifier

For a large enough space, using a dehumidifier to capture the moisture in the air is a good option. Dehumidifiers are a relatively easy and inexpensive way to keep the air in your crawlspace fairly dry. 

Encapsulation

Keeping moisture out of a crawlspace can be done very effectively by a process called Encapsulation. It is creating an essentially airtight space using sheets of plastic throughout the boundaries of the crawlspace. This, coupled with the other forms of water expulsion, is a great way to prevent the problems that come about due to moisture in your crawlspace. These remedies range from custom french drain systems to a sump pump. 

Spray Foam

Spray foam insulation is a moisture-resistant method of insulating your crawlspace. This method can be a great option because of its versatility and durability. It reaches into hard-to-reach spaces and can offer a tight seal beneath your home. See here for more information on the ways Koala Insulation of Nashville can make Spray Foam Insulation work for you. https://koalainsulation.com/nashville/what-we-do/spray-foam-insulation 

Some remediators may try to tell you that insulation is not necessary for your crawlspace and that because of its possibility to mold, you should just remove it. This has been a common phrase customers in Brentwood and Mt. Juliet are saying they have been told. However, this is not the case. To keep your house up to Code, you must have insulation in the crawlspace to pass Inspection. It will also help keep your house warm in the winter, saving you money on your power bill.

Having moisture or mold in your crawlspace is a preventable occurrence, and no one wants to have to deal with it. Go to https://koalainsulation.com/nashville for information on how our business can take care of it for you.