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Slithering Away: Keeping Snakes Out of Your Central Virginia Crawl Space Finding a snake in your home can be a startling experience. While most snakes in Central Virginia are harmless, their presence in your crawl space can be unsettling. This guide offers helpful tips to discourage snakes from becoming uninvited guests under your home. Central […]

Keeping Central Virginia Comfortable: Understanding Encapsulated Insulation As a homeowner in Central Virginia you know the challenge of scorching summers and cold winters. This can lead to uncomfortable temperatures inside your home and sky-high energy bills. One key solution to this problem is a properly insulated home, and a particularly effective method is encapsulated insulation.

Is Your Crawl Space Making You Sick? Central Virginia is known for it’s lush green landscape which is a beautiful byproduct of high humid summers, cold winters, and everything in between.  But what about the space beneath your home? Your Crawl Space. Can the humidity in your crawl space affect your health?  If it’s ignored,

Where Does That Water Go? Understanding Sump Pump Drainage in Central Virginia Crawl Spaces If you’re a homeowner in Central Virginia, keeping your crawl space dry is a constant battle. We experience heavy rains, fluctuating temperatures, and natural ground moisture. Even the occasional snowfall that melts quickly allows water to easily collect under your home,

Seeing Spots? Understanding Surface Mold As residents of Central Virginia, we know what it’s like to live in a humid environment. We enjoy the benefit of lush green landscapes, but also face the challenge of problems this same humidity can create in our homes. These challenges are present even in hidden and often-neglected areas like

Identifying and Addressing Water Mold in Your Crawl Space Did you find mold in your crawl space? This can be alarming for any homeowner. Crawl spaces are damp, dark, and have poor ventilation—all ideal conditions for mold growth. While there are many types and colors of mold, a common type found in crawl spaces occurs

Mold Removal vs. Mold Remediation What’s the Difference? A Guide for Homeowners with Crawl Space Concerns Mold. It’s a word no homeowner wants to hear. It’s not only unsightly and potentially dangerous, but also a common problem, especially in damp environments like crawl spaces, particularly in humid climates like Central Virginia. Understanding how to address

A sump pump helps guard against flooding, especially for homes in Central Virginia with crawl spaces. These below-home areas are extremely susceptible to accumulating excess water due to a high water table, rainwater runoff, and even plumbing leaks. Many people wonder how often their sump pump should run. It’s a common question, and the answer

Asbestos: A Silent Threat Once widely used in construction for its fire-resistant and insulating properties, asbestos is now recognized as a serious health hazard. Prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers can lead to severe respiratory diseases, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis. While its use has been largely banned in many countries, it’s still present in

Mold Growth on Wet Drywall: A Quick Timeline Mold thrives in dark, damp environments. Drywall, a common building material, provides an ideal breeding ground for mold when exposed to moisture. But how quickly can mold take hold on wet drywall? The Mold Growth Timeline The specific timeline for mold growth can vary based on factors