The Importance of Regularly Scheduled Crawl Space Inspections
Crawl spaces are an essential part of the home. Not only do they contain functional pieces of the house such as plumbing, electrical wires, and ductwork systems, but they provide the base for the entire home. Yet, the trouble with crawl spaces is that over time they may accumulate moisture, mildew and mold growth, excessive heat, and more. All of these factors can result in an array of issues in your home. However, your crawl space can be properly maintained long-term with regular home maintenance inspections.
Spotting Potential Problems
For most homeowners, the crawl space is out of sight and out of mind. This makes regular crawl space inspections much more important. Regularly documented inspections give the company and homeowners the opportunity to look at changes in the crawl space over time. Professional home inspectors are knowledgeable and equipped to identify problems that would typically go unseen until it results in structural damage and costly repairs.
Protect the Entire House
Problems that start in the crawl space can cause problems for the entire house. When regular inspections are ignored or missed, small problems can become greater and more costly. This can affect the value of your home and be damaging when trying to sell. Neglected crawl spaces can create the following issues:
- Increased dampness and humidity.
- Pest and rodent infestation.
- Soggy, damaged floors.
- Higher utility bills.
- Mold and mildew growth which can affect the health of you and your family.
- Poor air quality.
Support Real Estate Deals
Most real estate agents suggest that their clients get a home inspection prior to listing to help them estimate the exact selling price after considering potential repair costs. This gives sellers awareness of any issues in advance and the opportunity to offer a potential buyer the latest home maintenance report. If the crawl space inspection shows that significant repairs need to be made, buyers can ask sellers to either renegotiate the selling price or tell them to have the repairs done prior to closing.
Working with Jersey Shore Crawlspace
Crawl space inspections should not only be done when buying or selling a home. It’s imperative for homeowners to maintain a regular home and crawl space inspection to ensure that no significant changes occur over time that can lead to structural damage or costly repairs. The crawl space should be treated just like the attic, roof, or gutters. It’s a significant piece of the home puzzle, therefore it’s better to be proactive rather than reactive.
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive crawl space evaluation to monitor the moisture conditions within your crawl space, all the while ensuring that your home is not at risk for issues common in crawl space homes.
We perform this evaluation 3 times throughout the year to stay in front of seasonal issues, monitor the moisture conditions, and service your vents to ensure proper ventilation. With over 20 years of dedicated service for our fellow neighbors here on the shore, trust your crawlspace to the Jersey Shore’s Crawlspace Pros!
Contact us today to schedule a 22-point inspection to ensure that your crawl space is in great shape and give you peace of mind!