Your home’s crawl space is an often overlooked but crucial part of your living environment. One common issue that homeowners face is the infiltration of outside air through crawl space vents. While these vents are intended to promote air circulation and dry out the crawl space, they can also create problems by allowing dirty air, moisture, and pests to enter your home. This is especially concerning because homes tend to “breathe” from the bottom up, meaning that air from the crawl space can circulate throughout the entire house.
The Dangers of Unsealed Crawl Space Vents
When outside air enters your crawl space, it can carry dirt, mold spores, and other particles that can lead to allergy symptoms and various health issues for you and your family. Additionally, in certain weather conditions, such as those involving high humidity, freezing temperatures, or excessive moisture, unsealed crawl space vents can contribute to the growth of mold and mildew, unpleasant odors, and structural damage.
Sealing Crawl Space Vents
To protect your home and your health, it’s important to take action and seal off your crawl space vents. By doing so, you can prevent the entry of outside air, as well as other unwanted elements such as insects, extreme temperatures, and moisture. At EcoSpect, we offer vent covers that are mechanically attached to create an airtight bond. This helps to keep your crawl space—and by extension, your entire home—dry, healthy, and free from potential hazards.
Invest in the health and safety of your home by sealing your crawl space vents. Contact EcoSpect today to learn more about our vent sealing services in the Finger Lakes region.