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6 Signs Your Home Needs Crawlspace Waterproofing Atlanta, GA

Too much moisture in your crawl space can cause metallic surfaces to rust and damage wooden structures due to wood rot and the growth of mold. Moisture in the crawlspace can also cause cracks on the walls and floor of this space. Contaminated air from the crawlspace can also flow into the rest of your home causing discomfort or respiratory diseases. You can prevent all these problems through crawl space waterproofing.

How will you know that your home needs crawlspace waterproofing? Here are four key signs that you need to look for.

  1. Dampness on Wallscrawlspace-waterproofing-atlanta-ga-foundation-worx-1

The presence of damp spots on the walls of the crawlspace is an indication that water or moisture is seeping in through the walls. If this happens over a long time, it can cause the walls to develop cracks. 

  1. Musty Smells

Musty smells in the crawlspace mean that mold is growing. Even if there are no visible signs of mold, the mold could be hidden somewhere and thriving as a result of damp conditions in the crawlspace. Eliminating this problem will require a competent crawlspace waterproofing service provider.

  1. Peeling Paint

Paint can peel off as it gets old. However, if a new layer of paint easily peels off or the paint does not stick when you try to paint the crawlspace, this means that the surface is damp. Paint will not stick on damp surfaces and will peel off much sooner or become discolored if the surfaces are wet. Waterproofing the crawlspace will help eliminate this problem.

  1. Rust on Metal Surfaces

Rusting occurs much faster in humid conditions. Therefore, if metallic surfaces in your crawlspace are rusting, this means that they are exposed to humid air. This also implies the crawl space has a high level of moisture and therefore needs to be waterproofed.

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  1. Dry Rot

Dry rot occurs when the wood is damp, typically having a moisture content of more than 20 percent. So if you notice dry rot in wooden beams or surfaces in your crawlspace, the crawlspace could be having excess moisture. You need to call a crawlspace waterproofing company to help you identify the cause of the high humidity and waterproof the space.

  1. Cracks on the Floor and Walls

Cracks provide an easy way for water and moisture to seep into your crawlspace. This can lead to notable damage as the cracks expand over time. You need to let a professional contractor help you seal any cracks that you notice on the floor or walls of your crawlspace.

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