Dig Outs: What are They & How Are They Done?
Dig Outs: What Are They & How Do We Do Them? Almost every house has a crawl space. A crawlspace separates your house floor from the cold, hard ground underneath. The recommended height for a crawlspace, at the minimum, is 18 inches and about 24-48 inches maximum. But some are much smaller than this and […]
What’s a Sump Pump?
Living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest we are accustomed to and some of us love the rainy weather. While the rain is beautiful to look at from inside with a cup of hot tea in hand, problems occur when the rain begins to penetrate our home, specifically the basement. Heavy rain can cause your basement […]
How Water Damages Your Foundation | Your Crawl Space Guys
Living in the Pacific Northwest we are used to the rain, and often find beauty in stormy days curled up inside our home. Yet, what happens when water makes it inside our home? We’re not talking about your roof leaking, we’re directing the conversation toward water damage in the foundation of your home. Your foundation […]
Signs You Might Need A Sump Pump
Signs You Might Need a Sump Pump! What is a sump pump you may ask. A sump pump is a pump that is designed to go into the lowest part of the There are many very clear and obvious signs that you may be in need of a sump pump. Today we will talk […]
Preparing For Winter In Summer
Preparing For Winter in Summer The very best time to have your home worked on is during the summer. Why is it the best time to work on your home you may ask? Because the weather is more likely to cooperate! That means that job get done more quickly and efficiently without introducing moisture to […]
Dangers Of Dry Rot
The Dangers of Dry Rot What exactly is dry rot? Dry rot occurs when your home is exposed to moisture, dampness, or condensation of any kind. Dry rot can occur in floors, walls, cabinets, or even the structural wood frame of the home. Dry rot is especially dangerous because it is quick moving and […]
What is a sump pump?
Sump Pump As homeowners we have heard people talking about sump pumps many times after and especially big storm or long term rain or flooding. But what exactly is a sump pump? Well you will definitely know what it is if there ever comes a time that you need one! Over 60 percent of households(maybe even […]
Why Is Your Crawlspace Wet?
Why is your crawlspace wet? Here in Oregon we see a lot of wetness in crawl spaces. This is a common problem for homeowners in a place that sees a lot of rain. This is why it is important for you to make sure your crawlspace is properly draining and your sump pump works and […]
How to dry your crawlspace
How To dry your Crawlspace Is your crawlspace wet? Having a crawlspace means having a space that you have to keep in mind. Leaks, mold and air in your home don’t go unnoticed. Unfortunately, there is one space in your home that mold can go unnoticed, allowing it to grow at a rapid pace. […]
The Importance Of A Vapor Barrier
What keeps your home safe? Have you noticed collected water on the pipes or concrete walls around your crawlspace? We can help you get a great vapor barrier system installed. Dampness is a common side effect of crawl spaces that do not have a proper crawl space vapor barrier system. Without a crawl space vapor […]