Job completed for Damp Crawl Space Vapor Barrier in Huntington, WV

We lined the damp ground with a vapor barrier liner so water vapor from the soil can no longer reach the wood above. The clean barrier also helps prevent mold and mildew on the wood and surrounding crawl space surfaces.

Why crawl spaces get damp around Huntington

Wood framing that stays above roughly 20 percent moisture content for long periods can grow mold and, over time, start to decay. The Ohio, Kanawha and Big Sandy valleys receive roughly 40 inches or more of precipitation a year, and slow-moving storms can drop heavy rain on the hills for hours. Rim joists are among the leakiest parts of a house, and when they are uninsulated, outside air and moisture reach the floor framing directly. Where the site calls for it, drainage, a sump pump and a dehumidifier handle the water that does get in, so the liner is never the only line of defense.

To learn how we approach crawl space repair in Huntington, WV and mold, dust mite and odor control, visit those pages and our Huntington service area page, or request a free estimate.