Crawl space humidity should range between 45% to 55%. A crawl space with high humidity creates an ideal environment for mold, pests, and viruses. It can also cause issues with your home’s foundation, such as wood rot or condensation leading to standing water.
You can measure crawl space humidity levels using a hygrometer (aka. humidity tool), which you can buy online or at a local hardware store.
The solution to reducing humidity in a crawl space can include:
If you’ve noticed these issues in your home, contact our Southwest Virginia crawl space service experts. We’d be happy to inspect your crawl space and create a plan to solve your moisture problem.