Crawlspace Mold: Where it Comes from, Why it’s a Problem, and How to Solve It

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Crawlspaces are common areas to experience problems with mold. Mold grows best in areas that are warm, damp and dark. Here in the Southeast, many homes have crawlspaces, and our warm, humid weather makes the perfect breeding ground for mold to grow and spread quickly.

Crawlspace Mold: Where it Comes from, Why it’s a Problem, and How to Solve It

Although your crawlspace is separate from the area where you live, crawlspace mold is still problematic for many reasons. The air quality of your crawlspace impacts the air quality of your home. As mold grows, it releases spores that can be harmful to your health. If not taken care of quickly, mold can grow into other areas as well. Finally, the same conditions that invite mold growth are also appealing to unwanted pests, such as termites and carpenter ants.

Luckily, crawlspace mold can be prevented. Many people choose crawlspace encapsulation as a solution, but crawlspace encapsulation does not remove the main cause of mold growth: humid air. At Turners Underseal, we provide homes with a more effective solution. With our crawlspace dehumidification service, we seal vents, install a thick plastic coating in strategic points throughout your crawlspace, and install ducted humidifiers that regularly clean and dry your air, effectively ridding your crawlspace of any mold growth issues.

We want to help you create a healthy home environment. We believe our service to be the most reliable solution to combat crawlspace mold growth, as well as other problems associated with moisture in your crawlspace. To learn more about our service, please contact us today.