Crawl space ventilation / Discussions

What is the best way to combine insulation on the inside and outside of my crawl space?

...crawl space to the rest of the house. Currently, there is a somewhat dank smell in the crawl space for reasons unknown. (6) If I added exterior insulation to the other crawl space walls how would you do it differently than I described above? (7) As these are a lot of questions and answers lead to more questions, is it ...

Posted by Maury Miloff Nov. 6, 2024 Crawl spaces 1 response

Is it smart to lay plastic under a pier and beam cottage and should I close it in?

...crawl space in? On the other hand if I used it some times in the winter should I close the crawl space in the best I can and use an exhaust fan with a humidstat control to create some negative pressure?   Anytime a wooden building of any kind – a shed, bunkhouse, cottage or anything – is close to the ground, it is smar...

Posted by b port Oct. 31, 2021 Crawl spaces 1 response

How do you insulate a crawlspace?

...space above. Rather than inviting in new humid air in a crawlspace with ventilation hatches, you’d be better keeping them closed and using a dehumidifier. Here is a page that explains  - How to insulate a crawl space properly to avoid  And before you start work, best to check if you have a radon gas problem, read more ...

Posted by Drew Weistend Nov. 14, 2017 Crawl spaces 1 response