If your home has a crawlspace, it may be difficult to keep moisture from creeping in, leading to structural rot, poor air quality, and the need for mold removal. Fortunately, one solution is crawlspace encapsulation. This process creates a watertight vapor barrier between the ground and your home. The guide below explains how it works and why homeowners can benefit from it.

How Crawlspace Encapsulation Works

Some professionals offer crawlspace sealing, which covers the ground and a portion of the walls with a vapor barrier. Encapsulation takes protection one step further and covers every surface with a vapor barrier. Once this material is in place and the seams are sealed, you can maintain the moisture level in the space with a dehumidifier or an exhaust fan.

Why You Should Invest in Encapsulation

The vapor barrier doesn’t just keep moisture from creeping in; it also reduces heat loss from your home’s foundation. You’ll see the benefit in your energy bills, and you’ll also have better air quality throughout your home. Along with mold removal, this is particularly helpful if you or a family member has asthma or allergies. Your home will also feel more comfortable because humidity levels will be lower.

How to Tell If You Need Encapsulation

Not every home is eligible for crawlspace encapsulation. For example, if your crawlspace has a furnace or water heater, the fumes they emit will require more ventilation than an encapsulated space can offer. Additionally, problems such as sitting water or substantial leaks need to be resolved before a vapor barrier can be installed.

Keep the humidity in your home manageable this summer with crawlspace encapsulation. For homeowners in and around Castle Rock, CO, Restoration 1 of Colorado Springs offers mold removal, fire and water damage restoration, and crawlspace encapsulation. Even if your home has been affected by a disaster, they can act quickly to preserve the structure. To schedule disaster recovery or mold removal services, call (719) 427-6086, or visit their website to learn more about their offerings.