Signs of crawlspace mold
- Musty smell on the first floor
- Dark or fuzzy growth on joists and subfloor
- Condensation, standing water or wet insulation
- Sagging or soft floors
Common solutions
Mold removal from wood framing, replacing wet insulation, installing a vapor barrier, and moisture control such as drainage, sealing vents or dehumidification. Pros will recommend what fits your home.
Common questions
What is crawlspace encapsulation?
It typically means sealing the crawlspace with a heavy vapor barrier on the floor and walls, often with a dehumidifier, to control moisture.
Can crawlspace mold affect indoor air?
Air from crawlspaces can move up into living areas, so moisture and mold below can affect the home above.
Mold services
Mold Removal
Containment, removal and cleanup of mold in Erie-area homes.Mold Inspection & Testing
Find hidden moisture and mold; air or surface sampling if needed.Basement Mold
The most common spot for mold in Erie homes.Attic Mold
Roof-deck mold from poor ventilation or leaks.Black Mold
Dark mold on drywall, wood or after flooding.Mold After Water Damage
Leaks, burst pipes, backups and flooding.Crawlspace Mold
Damp crawlspaces, joists and subfloors.
Containment, removal and cleanup of mold in Erie-area homes.Mold Inspection & Testing
Find hidden moisture and mold; air or surface sampling if needed.Basement Mold
The most common spot for mold in Erie homes.Attic Mold
Roof-deck mold from poor ventilation or leaks.Black Mold
Dark mold on drywall, wood or after flooding.Mold After Water Damage
Leaks, burst pipes, backups and flooding.Crawlspace Mold
Damp crawlspaces, joists and subfloors.
Areas served
Erie · Millcreek · Harborcreek · Fairview · Summit Township · North East · Girard · Edinboro · Waterford · Corry · Lawrence Park · McKean and surrounding Erie County communities.