Homes with a crawl space are at risk of soil moisture creating a humid environment, resulting in mold and wood rot to the beams and floor decking above. Mold can cause health problems, and rot can cause expensive structural damage over time. A vapor barrier is needed to prevent this damage. Moisture can come from… Read more »
If you don’t know much about construction, many aspects of building your new home may be foreign to you. Knowledge is always a good thing, so let’s begin at the beginning: the house foundation. There are three types of house foundations: slabs, crawl spaces and basements. Slab foundations Slabs are the easiest house foundations to… Read more »
High humidity in a home is uncomfortable and can pose health risks. Would using a dehumidifier in your house make sense? Let’s wring out the facts. Reasons to use a dehumidifier Besides being uncomfortable, high humidity fosters the growth of mold, bacteria and dust mites. A dehumidifier reduces the air’s moisture content, helping prevent these… Read more »
The foundation of your home is arguably its most important structural component, since every part of the home depends on it remaining firm and level. Different foundations are available and each is made for certain types of soil and other environmental conditions. Let’s look at the four categories of foundations along with the pros and… Read more »
