moisture: If you think closing off crawlspace vents is saving you money, you're all wet!
- 05/08/07 08:56 AM
In today's economy, many people have become energy conscious. In order to save on those monthly energy bills, homeowners have come up with some creative ways to seal off their homes from the elements. Unfortunately, some of the common methods being employed are actually detrimental to the health of the home, and do little to accomplish the desired end. One of those methods is closing off or covering the crawlspace vents in the curtain wall. It seems to make sense. Here in the south, insulation is rarely installed under the floor of a home with a conventional foundation. Our warm … (58 comments)
moisture: Moisture and Your Home
- 03/15/07 09:41 AM
Moisture intrusion is by far your home's worst enemy! Moisture can attack a home from any location imaginable and cause damage to wood structural members, masonry, flooring, wall coverings, stucco, roof sheathing and covering, exterior siding....the list goes on and on. Moisture intrusion inside walls, basements, attics or crawl spaces can lead to toxic mold growth. Moisture retained under or near the base of a slab foundation can be an invitation for termites to set up shop. Often, damage goes unnoticed until the remedy becomes very expensive; but there are steps a homeowner can take to ensure that potential damage … (17 comments)
In today's economy, many people have become energy conscious. In order to save on those monthly energy bills, homeowners have come up with some creative ways to seal off their homes from the elements. Unfortunately, some of the common methods being employed are actually detrimental to the health of the home, and do little to accomplish the desired end. One of those methods is closing off or covering the crawlspace vents in the curtain wall.;)
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