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Humidity and moisture are serious issues for every homeowner, and this is especially true for Seattle property owners. Since Seattle is often cited as one of the most humid cities in the U.S., addressing the issue of moist soil is especially important. In particular, the moisture in the soil that comprises the floor of your crawl space can lead to water damage and other issues in various parts of your home.
Fortunately, installing a vapor barrier in your crawl space will prevent that natural moisture from affecting your home’s structure. A vapor barrier is typically made from a synthetic, nonporous material, such as polyethylene. The barrier comes in sheeting that rolls out for easy installation. It can cover any surface, providing many benefits in
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Humidity Control: Our vapor barriers effectively prevent moisture accumulation, which is crucial in Washington’s damp environment.
Mold Prevention: Minimize the risk of mold growth, ensuring better air quality and a healthier home.
Pest & Rodent Control: Keep rodents and pests out of your crawl space.
Mold growing in your crawl space can affect the air quality in your home’s living spaces. The mold will produce spores that can contaminate the breathable air in your home, contributing to respiratory conditions and other health problems.
A vapor barrier controls one of the two factors necessary for mold growth: moisture. Once the vapor barrier is in place, you can also add a dehumidifier to minimize humidity in your crawl space. After addressing these two factors, the likelihood of mold and other hazardous fungi growing beneath your home will be far less likely.
The plastic sheeting that forms your vapor barrier will do more than keep moisture from ruining the wood structure of your home. It will also create an effective barrier against insects that could destroy your home. Insects can’t gnaw through the thick barrier that protects your crawl space.
Termites, carpenter ants, and other invasive pests won’t infest a home that’s protected by polyethylene sheeting. That’s because moisture and other features that otherwise attract pests won’t be as easy to detect. Even larger pests, such as rats, raccoons, and mice, will be less likely to infest the underside of your home.
Your home’s electrical system is intentionally designed to guard against moisture damage. The wires running beneath your home have extra insulation, and junction boxes are moisture-resistant. Even so, excessive moisture in the air could cause exposed wiring to short out, and colder temperatures could lead to other electrical problems.
A vapor barrier adds a little more protection to your home’s electrical system. It keeps the air and surfaces under your home dry even when the soil might be excessively moist. This will protect your home’s wiring and help you avoid power outages, shorts, and fire hazards.
You probably have metalworks running through your crawl space. This can include plumbing pipes, HVAC ducts, and other home features. The moisture in an unprotected crawl space contributes to the corrosion of these components.
A vapor barrier will prevent rust and other types of corrosion from occurring beneath your home. This results in long-term savings since your plumbing pipes, HVAC ducts, and other metal objects will be more rust-resistant for longer. You’ll have to replace these components less frequently when moisture is no longer a contributing factor in the corrosion rate.
As a locally owned business, we understand and cater our services to your home with care. We are available 7 days a week for consultations.
Attic Projects specializes in installing top-quality vapor barriers, a vital addition for homes in Seattle, Tacoma, and King County. Our commitment to excellence is backed by a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not completely satisfied with our installation, we’ll return to make it right, free of any extra charge. For a complimentary estimate on vapor barrier installation, feel free to reach out to us today.
