Vapor barriers
A vapor barrier covers the crawl space floor so ground moisture can’t rise into the wood above it.
Crawl space moisture · Eastern NC
Crawl Space Moisture Control in Greenville, NC
Eastern NC heat and humidity push wood moisture up under the house. We control it with vapor barriers, foundation venting or a fully encapsulated crawl space with a dehumidifier.
Since 2000Family owned in Eastern NC
Since 2000Family owned, Eastern NC
10,000+Home inspections done
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FAA CertifiedDrone roof inspections
License 1495PWNC structural pest control
Crawl space moisture
Why Crawl Space Moisture Matters in Eastern NC
With hot summers and high humidity in Eastern North Carolina, high moisture levels in the wood under your house are common. Left alone, a damp crawl space invites mold, wood decay and the pests that love wet wood.
We’re in the crawl space on every pest control visit and every home inspection, and we check wood moisture with a meter. When the readings are high, we work out where the water is coming from and how to control it.
How We Control Moisture
We control and monitor crawl space moisture a few ways, depending on your home. Getting it under control makes your home more energy efficient and helps prevent mold growth.
- Vapor barrier installation
- Foundation venting
- Crawl space encapsulation
- Crawl space dehumidifiers
Worried About Your Crawl Space?
Call us and we’ll take a look, check the moisture and tell you what we’d do.
Call (252) 229-7221What we do
Moisture Control Methods
Foundation venting
Working foundation vents help move damp air out of a vented crawl space. In an encapsulated crawl space, they’re sealed instead.
Encapsulation with a dehumidifier
Encapsulation seals the crawl space with a heavy liner and closes off the vents, and a dehumidifier holds the humidity down. It keeps out ground moisture and makes the home more energy efficient.
Mold inspection and sampling
Our inspectors are Inspector Nation Certified Mold Inspection Specialists. We check humidity room by room, sample the air from your HVAC system and send swab or tape lift samples to EMSL Analytical.
Sump pumps and crawl space doors
Standing water in a crawl space calls for a sump pump to collect it and move it out. A tight, custom-fit crawl space door keeps outside air and water where they belong.
A quote for your crawl space
Every crawl space is different, so we look at yours first and then give you a clear, upfront quote.
Between visits
Help Your Crawl Space Stay Dry
A few things homeowners can do to keep water away from the foundation.
Gutters and downspouts
Clean gutters and downspout extensions carry rain away from the foundation instead of letting it soak in beside the crawl space.
Humidity inside
Exhaust fans, quick leak repairs and an eye on indoor humidity help the whole house, not just the crawl space.
Mold prevention
Mold needs moisture. Catching leaks and damp spots early is the easiest way to stop it before it starts.
Home inspections
Moisture Shows Up in Every Inspection
Every home inspection includes a moisture meter, infrared scanning and a free drone roof inspection by FAA-certified pilots, so leaks and damp spots make it into your report. Reports arrive within 24 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does crawl space moisture matter?
Too much moisture under the house leads to wood decay, mold and pest problems. Controlling it protects your home’s structure, makes the home more energy efficient and helps prevent mold growth.
What is crawl space encapsulation?
Encapsulation seals the crawl space with a heavy-duty liner, closes off the foundation vents and adds a dehumidifier. The result is a controlled space that keeps out ground moisture, helps with energy efficiency and protects the wood under your home.
Do I still need foundation vents if my crawl space is encapsulated?
No. Once a crawl space is encapsulated and sealed, the vents are closed off so outside air and moisture stay out, and the dehumidifier keeps the humidity in check.
Does moisture attract pests?
Yes. Termites, ants and other pests are drawn to damp places, so drying out the crawl space makes your home less inviting to them. It’s one reason we treat the crawl space on every pest control visit.
Can you check my crawl space during a home inspection?
Yes. Every home inspection covers the crawl space, and we check for moisture with a meter and infrared scanning at no extra cost.
Ready for a Drier Crawl Space?
Tell us what you’re seeing under the house and we’ll get back to you.
(252) 229-7221Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5:30 PM
