VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.,
Dec. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Crawl
space foundations are very common in homes across the Southeastern
US as they tend to be cheaper than large concrete slabs or
basements. However, health experts are now concerned that these
crawl spaces may, in fact, be harmful to human health.
As a result of the humid climate in this part of the US, many
crawl spaces suffer from poor moisture management. This poor
moisture management can lead to a whole host of nasty problems,
such as insect infestations, mold, condensation on insulation and
ductwork, and more.
Experts say the mold caused by standing water in your crawl
space can make its way into your home and living areas, putting you
at an increased risk of upper respiratory tract problems.
They've also highlighted other ways crawl spaces can be harmful
to health. For example, moisture that gets trapped in crawl spaces
is attractive to pests like mice, snakes, termites, and rats. These
kinds of pests can spread harmful pathogens through their urine and
droppings, which can again make their way into the indoor air
inside your home.
Another problem is that crawl spaces can allow radon emitted
from the soil beneath our homes to enter through our
foundations. Radon is a naturally occurring gas that has no notable
odor and comes out of the soil when deposits of uranium begin to
decay, which happens all over the earth all the time.
Radon is radioactive, however, it's usually not a major health
concern as only tiny amounts of radon are emitted and most of it is
immediately dispersed into the atmosphere. The problem occurs when
radon gets trapped inside our homes and the concentration of it
begins to build, which is why crawl spaces are a cause for
concern.
However, it's not all doom and gloom, and you don't have to go
rushing off to buy a home without a crawl space either. Experts
believe that most of these health risks can be significantly
minimized by putting an effective moisture control system in
place.
There are lots of different methods for moisture control in
crawl spaces, such as ventilation with outside air and crawl space
encapsulation. Companies like Bay Crawl Space provide crawl space
encapsulation services in which a vapor barrier and moisture
barrier are installed, the vents are sealed, and a dehumidifier is
installed to extract moisture from the air in the crawl space.
About Bay Crawl Space and Foundation Repair
Bay Crawl Space and Foundation Repair was founded in 2014 and
has quickly grown. We provide various services for foundation
repair and crawl space repair in the greater Virginia Beach area.
Press Contact:
Bay Crawl Space and Foundation Repair PR
757-301-5088
support@baycrawlspace.com
https://www.baycrawlspace.com/
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