The “nina” of crawl spaces makes videos claiming string reinforced vapor barriers are “glued” together and the polyester string used as the reinforcement is the cause of the cat pee smell. This article will use science to show you the actual cause and solution of the cat pee smell while exposing this “nina’s” claims for what they are, ignorant.

Crawl space encapsulation® is a generic term used to describe a crawl space that is protected from moisture by using a vapor barrier on the floor and walls. In other words, encapsulation refers to sealing up your crawl space and keeping the moisture sealed outside. This term was and is widely market by different basement waterproofing franchises in the early part of the century.

Crawl Space Insulation Tips The hot topic for the fall season is, what is the proper way to insulate a crawlspace? There are really two ways to get the most bang for your buck: one is adding insulation in the crawl space in the proper place, in the proper way and the other is to close the foundation vents that let in the outside air. Let’s compare a crawl space to a basement for just a...

Ten steps to a successful crawl space encapsulation, laid out by CrawlSpaceRepair.com. This is a project that will take some time to complete, so make sure you don't have to do it twice...

Many people are unaware of the many benefits of installing a crawl space vapor barrier in their home. This feature can help improve...

Read Gary's story from troublesome crawl space to successful crawl space encapsulation DIY