Crawl Space Hygrometer: How to Read Humidity Numbers
What a crawl space hygrometer tells you, which humidity ranges EPA and Building America cite, what a federal study logged in real…
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Category: Moisture & Water
Humidity, leaks, standing water and crawl space drainage.
Crawl Space Flood Vents: What Changes in a Flood Zone
If your home is in a flood zone, sealing crawl space vents is not simple. What FEMA's Technical Bulletin 1 says about…
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Crawl Space Vents: Should They Be Open or Closed?
Should crawl space vents be open or closed? A decision guide based on U.S. Department of Energy research, model code language and…
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Do You Need a Sump Pump in a Crawl Space?
A crawl space sump pump removes liquid water that collects in a low point and moves it away from the house. It…
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Crawl Space Drainage: Choosing a Fix for Recurring Water
Crawl space drainage is about liquid water, not humidity or vapor. This guide separates the five water paths, compares the common drainage…
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Crawl Space Mold Removal: Scope, Safety, and Moisture Correction
Crawl space mold removal is a water problem before it is a cleaning problem. Here is how to read the evidence, decide…
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What Size Dehumidifier Does a Crawl Space Need?
Crawl space dehumidifier size depends on moisture load, not floor area alone. Learn how to compare pint ratings, account for sealing and…
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Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers: How to Compare Current Models
A crawl space dehumidifier is not a universal fix. Use one when airborne moisture is the problem, not standing water or an…
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Wet Crawl Space: Common Causes and the Right Order of Fixes
Find out why a crawl space gets wet, how to tell rainwater from groundwater or leaks, and which repairs should be done…
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Moisture in a Crawl Space: Causes, Risks and What to Do First
Learn what causes moisture in a crawl space, the warning signs to watch for, and the right order of fixes for humidity,…
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