Q : You have often said that crawl space vents need to be opened in the winter. Why is that? I always thought they should be closed to keep my water pipes from freezing. A: I used to think the same ...

Q: I read your online response about crawl space vents. I found it very informative. I reside on the coast. My house is located on a lagoon off the inner coastal waterway. The crawl space floor is ...

Improving foundation ventilation to prevent moisture buildup is a critical part of crawl space maintenance for Dallas homeowners. Moisture in the crawl space can compromise foundation health and ...

Do you notices changes in your home when the temperature freezes? As winter weather rolls in, consider how your entire home will react. Great insulation throughout your home makes a huge difference, ...

Close those crawl-space vents to keep cold air out. Older homes in the South were typically built over a crawl space rather than a finished basement. Even today, many homes don't include a finished ...

What happens under your house is as important as what goes on inside it. Especially when it comes to moisture control. Your crawl space–that dark, sometimes damp and creepy-feeling area formed by your ...

Close those crawl-space vents to keep cold air out. Older homes in the South were typically built over a crawl space rather ...

You might not be aware that the space beneath your home suffers from excess moisture, but you'll find out eventually. High humidity in the crawl space or basement over time leads to dangerous levels ...