Preparing Your Crawl Space for the Winter

Crawl spaces are often lacking insulation and are unsealed, absorbing the earth's natural cold under your home. Air movement between your crawl space and home occurs regardless of the insulation above the crawl space or its condition. This is due to the "stack effect," where warm air from the upper levels or attic rises and exits through openings such as windows, vents, and cracks, causing air from lower levels to rush in and fill the space.

Homeowners with ductwork, pipes, or other utilities in their crawl space may experience exacerbated energy efficiency issues. Erickson Foundation Solutions provides insulation and encapsulation materials for crawl spaces that resist moisture and mold, designed to reduce energy loss and enhance home comfort.