Crawl spaces are a part of your home that you probably don’t think about very much, but they serve an important purpose. Crawl spaces are an inconspicuous place to run your plumbing, electric wiring and the custom ductwork that keep the heating, air conditioning and ventilation flowing throughout your home.

Keeping all that tucked away in the crawl spaces of your house allows access to your wires, pipes and custom ductwork when needed. This makes it easier to maintain them and perform such services as duct installation or air duct repairs.

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What to Know About Encapsulated Crawl Spaces

While the advantages to having an encapsulated crawl space are well established, keep some things in mind if you have one under your home or office. One of the biggest concerns with regular, non-encapsulated crawl spaces is humidity and moisture buildup. Other concerns related to non-encapsulated crawl spaces include:

  • Moisture that collects under your home can undermine the integrity of your foundation.
  • Too much moisture can lead to mold, which can cause floors to sag.
  • Mold and rot can increase the likelihood of home-destroying pests — such as termites, carpenter ants and wood-eating beetles.
  • There is also a risk of airborne allergens and odors carrying into your home when the crawl space is continually damp.

Moisture Control in Your Crawl Space

Moisture can be the biggest problem in buildings on the Outer Banks and throughout Northeastern North Carolina. You must keep the space under your home as moisture-free as possible. Consider using a dehumidifier to help dry out this space. At Norris Mechanical, LLC, we sell and service a range of dehumidifiers to fit your need and budget. Some can be used as a standalone dehumidifier or duct through your HVAC system.

Keep your crawl space properly ventilated to protect the health of your family and the structural integrity of your home or business. Another option is to install vapor barriers on the floors and walls of your crawl space. We offer an advanced form of insulation called AirTight Spray Foam that helps you avoid moisture problems.

Protecting Your Custom Ductwork

Having warm or cool air throughout your home where needed depends on having custom ductwork free of leaks or damage. Problems with temperature control in your home or office may be a sign of damage to the ductwork or duct insulation in the crawl space. This usually occurs due to rodent activity or too much moisture in the environment.

If your ductwork has been damaged or wasn’t installed properly, your HVAC system won’t work as efficiently as it should. Ask us about custom sheet metal ductwork that’s expertly built and installed to make your HVAC system run as smoothly as possible. Since we have our own sheet metal fabrication shop, we can build custom sheet metal duct that’s perfect for your crawl space.

Keeping Your Crawl Space and Home Healthy

Rooms that are too hot or cold — as well as noticeable air leaks and drafts — may be signs that there are problems with your ductwork rather than with your HVAC system. In the six-county area of the Outer Banks and Elizabeth City, Norris Mechanical offers expertise in residential duct services and commercial duct services.

Our services — such as moisture control, custom duct fabrication, duct installation and duct repair —improves your home’s comfort and energy efficiency, whether you have crawl spaces or not! Contact us for an HVAC evaluation in your crawl space.