Why is the Crawl Space Important?

Your home’s crawl space is located between the ground and first floor. Its ceiling typically ranges from one to three feet high, so it is best to leave any repairs within to the experts.  

• Holds Vital Systems 

Most homeowners might not think this space is all that special considering they are not even advised to access it without an expert’s help. This is simply not the case. The crawl space is crucial to the health of your entire home for a variety of reasons. For one thing, your crawl space holds the most important systems for your home. This includes your plumbing, your HVAC system, your foundation, your electrical wiring, your insulation, and much more. 

You must keep your crawl space joists and supports level at all times. Without properly supported crawl space joists, you run the risk of damaging these crucial components of your home. The crawl space is narrow enough as it is without the ceiling falling and breaking these vital systems. 

• Why You Need to Repair a Sagging Crawl Space Right Away 

A sagging crawl space due to a construction defect, mold or rotted wood, or weakened soil can easily grow worse over time. You need to repair this issue as soon as possible to avoid this damage spreading to the other systems within your crawl space. Damage may very likely expand outside the crawl space as well. 

A sagging crawl space also invites moisture into this space, if it has not infiltrated it already. Your crawl space is more likely to flood with rainwater, melted snow, or even old sewage. Not only does this create a rank smell that will not go away until you drain it, but any amount of moisture will also ruin the various systems set up within this space. Fortunately, Innovative Basement Authority can install repairs that will both support your crawl space and waterproof the entire space.