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Closed vs. Vented

Crawl Space

Most homes have vented crawl spaces. These worked great • Insect infestations
in the years before air conditioning was invented. When • Rot in wooden framing members.
the air inside of a home is 72 degrees during the summer
and the air outside is 85 degrees, it creates condensation on Closing the crawl space creates a clean con-
the floor joist, the insulation, the pipes and the ducts. ditioned space under the home and provides

The basic air vents are not enough to solve this problem. the following benefits:
The constant condensation causes the wood to rot, mold
and attract all types of insects including termites. A closed • Improves air quality throughout the home.
or encapsulated crawl space is becoming the new standard. • Saves up to 18% in heating and cooling costs
• Reduces mold, and wood decay on floor joist.
Common symptoms of a crawl space • Reduces buckling of hardwood floors.
moisture problem; • Creates warmer floors in winter.
• Reduces pest and termite pressure.

• Mold or Moisture Damage in the crawl space or living Encapsulated crawl space service includes sealing the
area vents, insulating the walls, insulating the pillars, installing
• Musty odors in the living area plastic vapor barrier, and installing a dehumidifier. If your
• Condensation on air conditioning or equipment home has any of the above symptoms you will want to get it
• Condensation of insulation, water pipes or truss plates in checked out to prevent further damages or problems in the
the crawl space. near future. For local information or estimates call Hollo-
• Buckling of hardwood floors. man Exterminators, 910-892-7438, Dunn, NC
• High humidity in the living area.

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