Dirt
The floor of your crawl space should have a proper vapor barrier installed. This is most usually composed of thick sheets of plastic that are secured to the floor. This prevents the buildup of moisture in your crawl space, a condition which causes mold growth to invariably be a factor. If you can see dirt in your crawl space, it's time to have someone come in and cover that up.
Ductwork
When you have exposed and poorly insulated ductwork in your crawl space, you run the risk of a) losing energy and increasing heating or cooling costs b) allowing excess moisture or temperature changes into your crawl space and increase the risk of developing mold, or c) allowing crawl space critters and invaders to damage your ductwork and diminish the air quality of your home.
.Plumbing Pipes
It's best to have plumbing pipes be treated with the same care that your ductwork should receive-proper insulation. This will protect the crawl space from moisture and the pipes from any damage or corrosion.
Insulation
Keeping your crawl space well-insulated is a big deal. It will save you money on energy bills, and save you thousands on possible future damage to the crawl space area. The cost for good crawl space insulation is far less than all of the future costs and wasted energy bills. Call our crawl space insulation service to have your crawl space cleaned and insulated.
Beams
Check your support beams and foundation walls every few months for indications of weakening (such as cracks) or for mold growth. Mold and moisture will weaken the structural integrity of your home dramatically. It's also a safe bet that you should never, under any circumstances, simply cut out beams or boards that are 'in your way'. While it might not be apparent to your eyes, that seemingly pointless beam may be holding your floor up.
