Vapor Barrier A vapor barrier plays in important role in the overall health of your home. Your crawl space is generally a damp, wet place and since moisture rises, without a properly install vapor barrier, that moisture can cause problems.
Moisture is really an issue when it comes to keeping your home healthy. Not only do moisture problems have the potential to cause structural integrity issues, but they also become a conducive condition for mold, which can affect the air quality of your home.
A properly installed vapor barrier can go a long way in defending your home against these things. It is important to have a vapor barrier that is black (not clear) and is at least 6 mil. It should be installed so that it overlaps about 6-12 inches along all the seams and the foundation. We do not tape the seams to allow for water to drain properly if it gets on top of the vapor barrier.
If you are interested in having us do a free inspection of your crawl space to determine if you have a properly installed vapor barrier, please do not hesitate to call or email.
Moisture is really an issue when it comes to keeping your home healthy. Not only do moisture problems have the potential to cause structural integrity issues, but they also become a conducive condition for mold, which can affect the air quality of your home.
A properly installed vapor barrier can go a long way in defending your home against these things. It is important to have a vapor barrier that is black (not clear) and is at least 6 mil. It should be installed so that it overlaps about 6-12 inches along all the seams and the foundation. We do not tape the seams to allow for water to drain properly if it gets on top of the vapor barrier.
If you are interested in having us do a free inspection of your crawl space to determine if you have a properly installed vapor barrier, please do not hesitate to call or email.
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425-274-3432
206-508-0166
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