Real estate blog entries tagged with wet crawlspace by David Valley (Massachusetts Home Inspections)

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wet crawlspace: Wet Basements and Crawlspaces - 06/07/10 06:32 AM

Nothing is more frustrating than dealing with a wet or flooded basement. Wet or moist basements and crawl spaces are sources of high humidity, which can produce surface condensation, mildew and fungi, musty odors, and an unhealthful environment for its occupants. Such continuous moisture can cause deterioration of the foundation mortar, floor joists, beams, supports, sub flooring, insulation, and electrical-mechanical systems.
Prolonged water around the footer and foundation wall can soften the soil and weaken its bearing capacity, increasing the possibility of foundation wall settlement and cracking. Serious seepage under the foundation footer may erode soil away and cause the … (6 comments)

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