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Repairing Damp Basements: Why Encapsulation is the Best Upgrade for Older Foundations

...energy load required to heat and cool the home. The mechanics of encapsulating dirt floor crawl spaces For a crawl space with a dirt floor, encapsulation is the most effective way to protect the wood framing above. Without a barrier, moisture constantly evaporates from the ground, causing joists to swell and rot. A pr...